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Stack of golden applesauce waffles on a white plate with butter and syrup, scattered oats and a glass nearby
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Fluffy Applesauce Waffles

Light, fluffy waffles made with applesauce and whipped egg whites. Naturally sweet with warm cinnamon spice and perfect for freezing ahead.
Keyword fluffy applesauce waffles
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 waffles

Ingredients

Waffle Batter

  • 1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups milk any kind works
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 large eggs separated
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Batter

  • Preheat your waffle iron. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Make a well in the center and add the milk, applesauce, melted butter, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined. A few lumps are fine.
  • In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes on high speed.
  • Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula. Use big, slow scooping motions from the bottom up. Do not stir or whisk.

Cook the Waffles

  • Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray. Pour about ½ cup of batter onto the iron (adjust based on your waffle maker size).
  • Close the lid and cook for 3-5 minutes until the warmth stops and the waffle is golden brown. Do not open the iron too early.
  • Remove the waffle and place directly on an oven rack at 200°F to keep warm while you cook the remaining batter.

Serve

  • Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, warm cinnamon apples, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Whole wheat flour: Whole wheat pastry flour gives the lightest result. Regular whole wheat works but produces a denser waffle. All-purpose flour makes the crispiest waffles.
  • Egg whites: Don't skip the whipping step. It's what makes these waffles fluffy instead of flat.
  • Freezer-friendly: Cool completely, freeze in a single layer on a sheet pan, then transfer to freezer bags. Reheat straight from frozen in the toaster.
  • Dairy-free: Use melted coconut oil instead of butter and any plant-based milk.
  • Vegan option: Replace each egg with ¼ cup applesauce and skip the whipping step. Waffles will be denser but still delicious.