Grain Free Banana-Cinnamon Waffles

Grain Free. Paleo. Dairy Free. Soy Free.

This recipe is 'DA BOMB! I've had several non grain-free/gluten free people try these and come back for THIRDS! I know the cashews in the ingredient list may throw you off...but just trust me on this one. Using coconut flour and cashews as our base cuts over HALF of the sugar and carbs compared to using whole wheat or white flour.  

My husband begs and pleads for these waffles most every weekend- he LOVES them! But, since I'm on a low sugar diet right now, I only give in about once every 6-8 weeks:) These are an excellent special treat every once in awhile on a lazy weekend morning and I know you will love them too.

Grain Free Banana-Cinnamon Waffles (PRINT RECIPE)
Makes 8-12 waffles depending on the size of your waffles

Ingredients:
3 large organic, pastured eggs, at room temperature
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk or regular whole milk (if you eat dairy)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted (plus a little for greasing)
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup raw cashews
3 tablespoons coconut flour
¾ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ripe banana, peeled and mashed

Directions:

1. Get your waffle iron turned on- mine is only on and off, but if your waffle iron has settings, then set it to low. 
2. Place all ingredients in the order listed, expect for the banana, in a high-speed blender. 
3. Blend on low for 30 seconds, then increase to high and continue blending until the batter is completely smooth, about another 30 seconds. 
4. Add mashed banana and stir with a spatula or spoon to incorporate well into batter.
5. Brush a light layer of melted coconut oil onto waffle iron, then pour batter into waffle iron, filling halfway full, spreading evenly and close the lid.
6. Cook for 1-4 minutes (depending on your waffle iron). A good general rule is that when the steam slows down or stops rising from the iron, your waffles are done.

I know you will enjoy these, so get to it!  And share, like and comment if you are inspired to do so!
~Billie