These Flax Seed Waffles have crispy edges and a moist center. They are suitable for most low carb and gluten free diets!
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A couple weeks ago I bought a waffle maker. I had one years ago, never used it, and gave it away. It was bound to happen that I would eventually want one again! I got this Cuisinart Waffle Maker and finally got to use it a couple nights ago when we decided on making Chicken and Waffles for dinner!
I had a bit of a challenge to develop a recipe that was both gluten free and low carb, but I did it! These Low Carb Gluten Free Flax Seed Waffles turned out good enough that even my 8-year-old son ate them without complaining! He’s always my best indicator of a successful recipe!
I would HIGHLY recommend using whole flax seeds and grinding them up yourself. You can do this in a clean coffee bean grinder! I read a long time ago that if you eat flax seeds whole you don’t get as much benefit, and, that if you buy them pre-ground up, they aren’t as beneficial either! Like I said, it was a long time ago and it could be wrong, but I just found that crazy and ever since I read those little tidbits of information, I buy flax seeds whole and grind them myself right before using them. You’ll see in the pictures that some of those little guys escaped the blades and made it into my waffles whole, but that’s okay with me too!
The batter may be runny at first, so let it stand a few minutes before baking. However, it will thicken considerably if you let it stand too long (found that out the hard way!). You may have to add milk to thin it again if that happens. My waffles cooked best on the second highest setting and took around 6 minutes to cook. This will vary with different waffle makers.
*fruit not suitable for most low carb dieters, shown as a gluten free option only*
The waffles will have a whole grain taste and texture to them. I made one batch with vanilla and cinnamon, and one batch plain. I found both to be super yummy with butter. You could also use sugar free syrup if you’re watching your carbs, or regular syrup, jelly or fruit if not.
My intention with recipes of this nature is to develop food that people on restricted diets or living certain lifestyles can enjoy without the guilt and/or sickness that can come along with it. While these Low Carb Gluten Free Flax Seed Waffles will never be exactly like the carb and gluten filled original versions, I do hope you find them delicious and that they help satisfy a craving or two!
I would love to hear what you think of this recipe! Leave me a comment or send me a message anytime!
Enjoy!
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Low Carb Gluten Free Flax Seed Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 Cups flax seeds * ground
- 2 Tablespoons sugar substitute * I use Truvia or Splenda Naturals
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 Cups unsweetened almond milk *add more if batter thickens too much
- 1/4 Cup butter melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon *optional
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract *optional
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until well combined. Let stand a few minutes to thicken. If batter becomes too thick, add extra milk to thin it.
- Cook in a waffle maker until done to your liking (mine took about 6 minutes on the second highest setting).
- Serve with desired condiments.
Christina says
August 12, 2019 at 10:24 amI wanted to try these with my 11 month old daughter. She loved them with Vermont maple syrup we just picked up on vacation! I did make a few changes though. We used 1tbsp sugar & 1tbsp brown sugar. I ran out of cinnamon so we used 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, and1/2 tsp cloves for a pumpkin pie inspired flavoring. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Lauren says
August 12, 2019 at 2:30 pmHi Christina! Thanks so much for your kind comment and 5 star rating! I appreciate it and I LOVE the idea of pumpkin pie spice waffles – yum!!
Swathi says
November 7, 2018 at 9:35 pmThis flax seed waffles looks delicious, this indeed fiber rich and great healthy breakfast. I haven’t tried flaxseed alone. but only with other flour, this sounds great idea.
Catherine says
November 7, 2018 at 8:32 pmI’ve never seen flaxseed like this before but your waffles look wonderful and who doesn’t love a healthy breakfast?! Perfect that they are low in carbs too.
Veena Azmanov says
November 7, 2018 at 8:49 amAh. I rarely use flaxseed in our cooking. I must try more. I think chia seeds and flax seeds have been on my mind for a while. This sounds so good. Can’t wait to try.
Marisa Franca says
November 7, 2018 at 7:19 amWhat great looking and sounding waffles. I really didn’t know you could make waffles from flax seed and I do like getting some flax in my diet. I’m pinning this recipe.
Dan Zehr says
November 7, 2018 at 5:41 amMy children love the waffles for breakfast. This sounds like something I need to try. I really like. Now, this recipe will be one of my favorites. Looks incredible!
Mahy Elamin says
November 7, 2018 at 4:55 amWow, now I know what I’ll eat for breakfast! This is 100% perfect for me. These waffles look very tasty. I can not wait to try. Thanks.
Michelle says
November 7, 2018 at 12:39 amThese waffles look so wholesome and filling. I like using flax in my baking but have never ground my own
Noel Lizotte says
November 6, 2018 at 7:18 pmLOL @ appliances going around and around … when I was first married 30 years ago, my MIL gave me a pressure cooker. I never used it because I was scared.
Guess what the latest and greatest is this last year…
Kylee from Kylee Cooks says
November 6, 2018 at 1:45 pmI love that you grind the flax seeds yourself! Fresh ground anything makes a huge difference in flavors.
Claudia Lamascolo says
November 6, 2018 at 11:02 amoh I love a good waffle and healthier is a great bonus . I really think we will love these and will try these low carb soon!
Natalie @ A Fit Philosophy says
April 26, 2016 at 11:20 pmI’m usually a pancake gal, but these waffles look too good to pass up! I’ve gotta try!
Joan M Harrington says
April 26, 2016 at 12:51 pmHi Lauren 🙂
These look yummy! I have never tried 🙂 Will definately have to now! Thanks for sharing 🙂
ourlittleeverything says
April 26, 2016 at 2:51 pmIt’s different, but good – especially with butter 🙂