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Applesauce Waffles for Baby-led Weaning Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and nutritious applesauce waffles perfect for baby-led weaning, made with wholesome ingredients like applesauce, flour, and cinnamon. These waffles are easy to prepare and have a naturally sweet flavor, ideal for introducing solids to your little one in a safe and tasty way.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 applesauce pouches (3.2 oz each)
  • 1 ½ cups milk (more if the batter is too thick)
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup oil
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)


Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Waffle Maker: Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions and grease it lightly with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the flour and baking soda to ensure they are evenly distributed.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the applesauce, milk, eggs, oil, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract (if using), and cinnamon (if using) until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredient mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. If the batter is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until reaching a pourable consistency suitable for your waffle maker.
  5. Cook Waffles: Spoon the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until waffles are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the waffles to cool slightly before serving. Cut them into strips or small pieces that are easy for babies to hold and safely eat.
  7. Optional Toppings: Serve the waffles plain or with baby-appropriate toppings such as yogurt or fresh fruit, depending on your baby’s age and dietary readiness.

Notes

  • Adjust the milk quantity to achieve the perfect waffle batter consistency.
  • Use whole-grain or gluten-free flour if preferred, adapting baking soda quantity accordingly.
  • Maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon are optional and can be omitted for babies with sensitivities or allergies.
  • Cut waffles into manageable sizes to prevent choking hazards.
  • Always supervise babies while eating to ensure safety.