Pumpkin Banana Waffles - Eating With Zion

Ingredients

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• Soft & fluffy texture – Easy for babies and toddlers to chew.
• Naturally sweetened – Sweetness comes from ripe banana and pumpkin, no refined sugar needed.
• Nutritious ingredients – Oat flour, pumpkin, and banana provide fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
• Versatile serving options – Great for baby-led weaning (BLW), toddler meals, daycare lunchboxes or a cozy kid-friendly breakfast.
• Freezer-friendly – These freeze and reheat wonderfully. Make a batch and save extras for busy mornings.
• Pumpkin – Rich in vitamin A, fiber, and antioxidants.
• Banana – Provides potassium and natural sweetness.
• Oat flour – Adds fiber and whole grains to keep kids full and energized.
• Egg – A source of protein, choline and healthy fats for growth.
• Cinnamon – Adds warmth and antioxidants while enhancing flavor.
• For babies (8–12 months): Cut waffles into strips or small pieces for easy self-feeding. Serve plain or with a little yogurt for dipping.
• For toddlers: Offer with a drizzle of peanut butter or yogurt on the side for dipping.
• For older kids: Add a light drizzle of maple syrup, sliced fruit, or even a dollop of whipped cream for a fun weekend breakfast.
• For adults: Top with crunchy granola, maple syrup, nuts, or seeds for extra texture and nutrition.
• Oat flour – Swap with whole wheat flour or spelt flour for a heartier waffle, or use a gluten-free flour blend if needed.
• Pumpkin puree – Try mashed sweet potato or butternut squash for a similar texture and flavor.
• Banana – Replace with unsweetened applesauce if you don’t have a ripe banana on hand.
• Butter – Use coconut oil, avocado oil, or olive oil for a dairy-free option.
• Milk – Any milk works here — dairy, almond, oat, soy, or coconut milk all do the trick.
• Cinnamon – Swap with pumpkin spice for extra fall flavor.
• Egg – Use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water) or chia egg for an egg-free version.