Banana Brownie Waffles

From: www.mealmakeovermoms.com
Makes: 18 small waffles

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour (I used white whole wheat flour)
1/4 cup wheat germ (may also use mix of ground flaxseed and wheat germ)
1/2 cup cocoa powder, sifted
4 tablespoons granulated sugar (I used raw sugar)
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups 1% milk
2 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract


1. Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl and set aside.

3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, bananas, eggs, canola oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until just moistened.

4. Coat the hot waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the batter onto the hot waffle iron (about 2 cups or according to your waffle iron) and cook on medium-high setting. Repeat with the remaining batter.

5. Freeze or Serve!!!

There are so many fun ways to top these waffles. Try them with sliced bananas or raspberries and strawberries on top and a drizzle of pure maple syrup. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Use Agave nectar in lieu of syrup. Spread peanut butter or almond butter on top, or for a real treat, NUTELLA!!