Magic Low-Carb Waffles
We realize that by calling these “magic” waffles they better really deliver—and they do. The batter is basically eggs, mashed bananas, almond butter, and a few tablespoons of flour, so you won’t feel like these are weighing you down at all.
Plus, it turns out waffles are excellent for meal prepping; simply heat them up before eating and top with our suggested toppings.
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- 6
large eggs
- 2
bananas, mashed
- 2 tbsp.
unsweetened almond butter
- 3 tbsp.
whole-wheat, rice, or quinoa flour
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Kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp.
ground cinnamon
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Cooking spray
Toppings
- 1/2 tbsp.
coconut butter
- 1/2 tbsp.
almond butter
- 1/4
banana, sliced
- 1/2 tbsp.
chopped walnuts
- 1 tbsp.
maple syrup or coconut nectar
Directions
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- Step 1Heat waffle iron. In a large bowl, mix eggs, mashed bananas, almond butter, whole wheat flour, and cinnamon, using a fork, until smooth and season with a pinch of salt.
- Step 2Grease waffle iron with cooking spray. Add 1/3 cup batter and cook until golden. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Step 3Store waffles in fridge in a resealable container and serve with desired toppings.
Isabel Smith, MS, RD, CDN, is a nationally recognized registered dietitian and a health and lifestyle expert. She is the CEO and founder of Isabel Smith Nutrition and lives in New York City with her two Yorkshire Terriers, Sasha and Henry. Isabel holds a Registered Dietitian License, a Bachelors of Health and Exercise Science from Gettysburg College, and a Masters of Science in Nutrition Communications. Isabel was trained in all areas of clinical nutrition at New York Presbyterian Hospital in New York City and has worked with patients at other highly esteemed Academic Medical Centers including Dana Farber Cancer Institute and Hospital for Special Surgery. Throughout her training, Isabel also trained under some of the best Integrative and Functional Medicine Dietitians and Clinicians and uses her Integrative and Functional Wellness training together with her clinical background when working with clients and groups.
In her private practice, Isabel works with clients in the areas of oncology, weight loss, hormone balance, thyroid health, digestive health (celiac, IBS/IBD, allergies and sensitivities), weight loss and intuitive eating, athletic performance, blood sugar control and diabetes, and more. Isabel also works with corporations and corporate executives to promote healthy eating and mindfulness/stress management.
