Whole Wheat Greek Yogurt Freezer Waffles
Whip up a big batch of whole wheat Greek yogurt freezer waffles, and you’ll have them all week! Pillow-y soft, with a rich, buttery taste that’s miles better than anything store bought!
My kids went back to school this week! Yay!!!
I’m so happy that the summer was such a success. I think we had a great balance of relaxation, family time, and fun activity. Many of you probably already know that we sent our kids to day camp this summer- they are super high energy, both, and they love to be able to blow off steam and spend time with their friends. But this year we also balanced it with a couple of long weekends at the shore, plus a big, 10-day long family vacation, as well as just some quiet evenings and weekends at home. Which for them means only one thing: video games. 😛
So after having all last week off, I think they were really ready to head back and get into the swing. And so was I! I have been hard at work making/freezing good food to fill their bellies after school and fuel their bodies in the morning for the day ahead, so we are good to go here. This recipe I’m sharing today is a top favorite- it takes me less than an hour to make a big batch, and then we have them ready to go for the whole week. I hope you and your family enjoy as much as we do!
Not everything they eat is homemade. Just like most other moms out there, sometimes life gets crazy and hungry people are yelling at you and you just have to get the job done, so you reach for the prepackaged stuff. But it’s funny, the last few times I’ve done that, I just can’t get over how bad it tastes. Lol, sorry, but it’s the truth. Those frozen waffles, oy. They’re mealy and flavorless.
If you’ve ever made homemade waffles I’m sure you feel me right now. They’re light and pillowy, a little egg-y with a sweet vanilla backnote, and they have a richness that just can’t be beat. Between homemade and the store bought? There’s just no contest! Make these, and you’ll find yourself every bit as spoiled and snobby as me!
Homemade is always better, right? Absolutely. But number one: it has to taste good or no one will want to eat it.
Once we’ve got that down, then there’s number two: if we can sneak a little extra nutrition in there (like whole wheat flour), and/or trim a few fat cals by using nonfat Greek yogurt, then I say let’s go for it!
My hubby and kids have no idea these are healthier for them. I know I post a lot of decadent desserts here, but those are once-in-a-while treats. When it comes to meals, like breakfast? I do what I can. I love baking with Greek yogurt because it’s less fat, great, tangy flavor (the acidity also helps activate the leavening and make the waffles fluffy), and it makes a thicker, less drippy batter, which cuts down on cleanup. And the whole wheat pastry flour is so soft and fine, you almost can’t even tell.
Overall these freezer waffles are a total win!
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Whole Wheat Greek Yogurt Freezer Waffles
Ingredients
- 3 cups (360 g) whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 tablespoon + 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon (0.75 teaspoon) kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 cup (366 ml) milk
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons (1.5 teaspoons) vanilla bean paste, (extract can be substituted0
- 3/4 cup (170.25 g) unsalted butter, (1 1/2 sticks), melted
Instructions
- Preheat a Belgian waffle baker, and lightly mist it with non-stick spray.
- Place the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, and whisk to combine.
- In a smaller bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, honey, and vanilla, and whisk together until smooth.
- Add the Greek yogurt mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until almost combined.
- Stir in the melted butter, taking care not to overwork the batter (it should be somewhat lumpy).
- Place about one cup of batter one one side of the waffle baker, then flip and place another cup of batter on the other side. Bake the waffles for 3 minutes 45 seconds, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Freeze, in a single layer, on baking sheets or wire racks. (Once the waffles are frozen solid, they can be stacked and transferred to plastic bags or a large airtight container.)
- To serve, warm the waffles through for about 4 minutes at 325 degrees F, or toast lightly.
Allie, last weekend I did a huge batch of waffles and froze them. And I agree, some pre-made items just taste bad. My rule of thumb is that if I wouldn’t eat it, then I’m not serving it to my kids. Next waffle batch I’m trying this recipe because I love that extra protein and fiber with the Greek yogurt and the whole wheat flour. Such a great idea!
I totally agree! I don’t know how anyone could want to eat some of that prepackaged stuff that’s out there. I’m so happy you like this Aida! I hope you and your girls enjoy the recipe 🙂
Yay! So excited to hear you guys had a great (and balanced) summer! These waffles are freggin’ awesome, Allie! LOVE that they are whole wheat AND made with greek yogurt, PLUS freezer friendly? EVERYONE needs these up in their life! They look crazy tall, soft and extremely buttery – AKA ALL SORTS OF FABULOUS! Pinned! Cheers, girlfriend!
Everyone totally does! These waffles have been huge around my house. So happy you like them Cheyanne and thank you for the awesome feedback. Hope you’re having a great one!
Somehow I have troubles leaving a comment. My third try, hopefully it works now. Just wanted to say that the waffles look great. My kids would love them and I think that they would make a suitable kindergarten/school breakfast as well. Easily packed and I am sure they would not mind eating the waffles cold.
Not at all! Sometimes my kids actually prefer them cold! Thanks so much for the feedback Adina and I’m sorry you were having trouble!
Hooray for homemade waffles!!! and I actually have everything at home now to make these! even the vanilla bean paste, hooray! making these this weekend!
Yay!!! I hope you guys enjoy, Alice!
Homemade waffles are way better than those frozen things! These look amazing!
Totally! So glad you agree, Rachelle! Thanks for the sweet comment 🙂
Homemade definitely is better! And I love how these are healthy whilst clearly not lacking in flavour. Yum.
Not even a little bit! Thanks so much Thalia!
I would seriously be one happy lady if I woke up to these fantastic waffles girlfriend!
Well then clearly you need to head right over 😉 Thanks so much Joc!
I am totally trying to convince myself (and the hubby) that we NEED a waffle maker. This is convincing me to no end! They are perfection! And having then in the freezer for when that waffle craving hits? Its perfection I tell you!
Yes! Get yourself a waffle maker, girlfriend! It’s definitely worth having 😉 Thanks so much sweetie!
That’s a great feeling, when you can look back at a season and be pleased about how it went! Props to you Allie! And my goodness, these waffles are simply perfection. That crunchy exterior, soft and chewy center, and all that syrup *be still my heart* Still can’t get over that these are greek yogurt based AND freezer friendly. Boom shaka laka!
Girl you said it! Thank you so much Mary Frances and I hope you’re getting all settled into your new routine! Have a great semester my friend 🙂
I love make ahead recipes… These waffles look absolutely delicious, Allie!! 🙂
Aren’t they the best? Such a timesaver! Thanks so much sweetie!
Haha I am a total snob sometimes too!! I love these waffles and all the while grains and protein they have!!
I feel bad about it sometimes but not really 😛 Why would you eat food that’s not that good when you could have something great and it’s not even hard? Glad we’re on the same page; thanks Z!
Love these, Allie! I went through a freezer waffle phase recently just because they’re so easy. Then I finally got a waffle maker and made some similar to these. I’ll have to try out your recipe for sure! 🙂
Oh yeah! Thanks so much Beth- I hope you enjoy sweetie!
These look awesome! Love the make-ahead idea 🙂
Definitely a big timesaver! Thanks so much Medha!
Homemade waffles are seriously so much better! This greek yogurt version sounds great, Allie! And I love that they can be made ahead and frozen!!
It’s like, no contest, right? Like they aren’t even the same at all. Thank you so much Jen! Hope you’re having a terrific week!
I LOVE homemade waffles Allie and have never tried adding greek yogurt to mine! Perfect idea to freeze them too! Your boys are lucky!!
Lol thanks Mary Ann! I put Greek yogurt in everything. I just love it! Have a great day, friend!
I am a total food snob so I totally get this 🙂 But also have hungry kids yelling at me in my kitchen, LOL
I hadn’t thought about freezing waffles ahead, great idea and I will definitely be trying this recipe!
Hooray! Yep it only takes me like an hour, maybe less, to make a big batch and my kids eat no more than half a waffle each, maybe 3/4, so they last a good long time. So happy you like this Jill! Thanks so much for stopping by!