Easy Oatmeal Waffles with Pecans

These Easy Oatmeal Waffles are slightly crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and made with wholesome pantry ingredients. Gluten-free and flourless, they’re made with rolled oats instead of all-purpose flour, making them a hearty breakfast that’s perfect for weekends, brunch, or meal prep.

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With just 8 simple ingredients (plus a few optional warming spices), these homemade oatmeal waffles come together quickly in a blender and cook up beautifully in any waffle iron. The chopped pecans add a delicious crunch, while maple syrup provides just the right amount of natural sweetness.

Whether you’re looking for a healthier waffle recipe, an easy make-ahead breakfast, or a family-friendly weekend treat, these oatmeal waffles are one you’ll want to make again and again.

Why You’ll Love These Easy Oatmeal Waffles

There are plenty of waffle recipes out there, but these oatmeal waffles have become a favorite in my kitchen because they’re both satisfying and simple to make.

You’ll love them because they are:

• Naturally gluten-free when made with certified gluten-free oats
• Made without refined flour
• Ready with just a handful of pantry staples
• Perfect for freezing and reheating
• Easy to customize with your favorite nuts or spices

The best part? They’re filling enough to keep you satisfied all morning while still tasting like a special breakfast treat.

Ingredients You’ll Need

These healthy oatmeal waffles are made with just a few wholesome ingredients.

Main Ingredients

• Rolled oats
• Almond milk
• Oil
• Pure maple syrup
• Egg
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Pecans
• Cinnamon

Optional Spices

These spices add warmth and depth, but the waffles are still delicious without them.

• Ground ginger
• Ground cardamom
• Ground cloves

If you don’t have these spices on hand, simply leave them out or substitute 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for a subtle boost of flavor.

Why Rolled Oats?

Like my oatmeal pancakes, these waffles are completely flourless. Instead of wheat flour, I blend old-fashioned rolled oats into homemade oat flour. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and gives the waffles a hearty texture that’s both tender and satisfying.

For the best results, use old-fashioned rolled oats rather than quick oats or steel-cut oats.

How to Make Easy Oatmeal Waffles

Making homemade oatmeal waffles is surprisingly simple.

1. Blend the Oats

Place the rolled oats in a blender or food processor and blend until they resemble a fine flour.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

Transfer the oat flour to a large bowl and whisk together with the baking powder, cinnamon, and any optional spices you’re using.

3. Add the Wet Ingredients

Stir in the egg, almond milk, maple syrup, and oil until a smooth batter forms.

4. Fold in the Pecans

Gently stir the chopped pecans into the batter mixture.

5. Let the Batter Rest

This is one step I never skip when making these oatmeal waffles.

Allow the batter to rest for at least 5 minutes before cooking. During this time, the oats absorb some of the liquid, creating a thicker batter that produces waffles with a crisp exterior and fluffy interior.

If you cook the batter immediately, the waffles may turn out thin and soft.

6. Cook the Waffles

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s directions.

Spoon about 2 to 3 generous scoops of batter onto the hot waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.

Every waffle maker cooks differently, so adjust the cooking time as needed.

For extra-crispy waffles, place the cooked waffles on a baking sheet in a 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes before serving.

Easy Recipe Variations

Customize these oatmeal waffles to suit your tastes.

• Swap pecans for walnuts, pistachios, or almonds.
• Stir in mashed banana for naturally sweet banana oatmeal waffles.
• Add fresh blueberries just before cooking.
• Replace the almond milk with oat milk or dairy milk.
• Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/4 teaspoon of almond extract for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions

These easy oatmeal waffles are delicious served with:

• Warm maple syrup, honey, or pancake syrup
• Fresh berries
• Sliced bananas
• Greek yogurt or whipped dairy free topping
• Nut butter

They’re equally wonderful for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast.

Storage and Freezing

These homemade oatmeal waffles are excellent for meal prep.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

To freeze, allow the waffles to cool to room temperature before placing them in a freezer-safe container or bag with parchment paper between each waffle.

When you’re ready to enjoy them, reheat directly from frozen in a toaster or bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes until hot and crisp.

Whether you’re planning a cozy weekend breakfast or stocking your freezer with wholesome breakfasts for busy mornings, these Easy Oatmeal Waffles with Pecans are a delicious recipe you’ll come back to again and again. They’re hearty, naturally gluten-free, freezer-friendly, and packed with comforting oat flavor in every bite.

These easy oatmeal nut waffles are incredibly satisfying and filling. Whether I am planning a cozy weekend breakfast or stocking my freezer with wholesome breakfasts for busy mornings, these Easy Oatmeal Waffles with Pecans are a delicious recipe I come back to again and again.

Easy Oatmeal Nut Waffles

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 waffles

Author: Shashi

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Made with only 8 main ingredients, these gluten-free easy oatmeal nut waffles are a tasty and healthy way to kick-start your weekend!

Ingredients

• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 1/2 cup Almond Milk
• 3 tbsp I used olive oil, but you can use avocado oil or canola oil too
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 1 Egg
• 2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/2 cup Pecan pieces
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp Cloves
• 1/4 tsp Cardamom
• 1/4 tsp Ginger

Instructions

• First off, grind the rolled oats by placing them in a blender. Once the rolled oats are a flour-like consistency, you will pour them into a bowl.
• Into the bowl, add in the other dry ingredients, like the baking powder, cinnamon, plus the optional ginger, cardamom, and cloves.
• Once these are added together, mix them well.
• Then, add in your wet ingredients – the egg, the almond milk, the maple syrup, the oil, and mix well.
• When all the ingredients are mixed well, add in the pecans and fold them into the mixture.
• This next step is incredibly important and should not be skipped. After the waffle batter is ready, let it sit for 5 minutes at least. If you don’t the batter will be too runny, and you will have thin, limp, waffles on your hands. However, let the batter sit, and the oats will absorb that liquid, and the resulting waffles will be thicker and more satisfying.
• At this point, heat up the waffle iron and add 2-3 large spoonfuls of the batter to the waffle iron and cook so the waffles are crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.
• Enjoy with maple syrup, non-dairy whipped topping, and fresh berries.

Notes

If your waffles are not crisp enough, you could always place them in the oven at 350 degrees and bake them for about 10 minutes to crisp them up.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 354mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g

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