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waffle with kefir​ recipe

Waffle Recipe with Kefir

Fluffy, golden waffles made with kefir, soft inside, lightly crisp outside, and full of natural tang. Quick, easy, and gut-friendly, these waffles are perfect for breakfast or brunch with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 5 waffles
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Fluffy Kefir Waffles Recipe
Dry Ingredients
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup kefir
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup melted butter or oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Ingredients
  • ½ tsp cinnamon for flavor
  • ¼ cup chocolate chips or blueberries

Equipment

  • Skillet or griddle

Method
 

Step 1
  1. Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Step 2
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: kefir, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Small lumps are okay.
Step 5
  1. Optional: Fold in cinnamon, chocolate chips, or blueberries for extra flavor.
Step 6
  1. Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
Step 7
  1. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as fruit, honey, syrup, or yogurt.
Step 8
  1. Leftover waffles can be frozen and reheated for a quick breakfast later.
Nutrient Per Waffle (Approx.)
  1. Calories 210
  2. Protein 6 g
  3. Carbohydrates 28 g
  4. Fat 9 g
  5. Saturated Fat 4 g
  6. Fiber 1 g
  7. Sugar 6 g
  8. Sodium 220 mg
  9. Calcium 120 mg
  10. Vitamin A 150 IU
  11. Vitamin D 60 IU
  12. Probiotics Present (from kefir)
Notes:
  1. Values are approximate per standard waffle (makes ~4–5 waffles per recipe).
  2. Using whole-grain flour or added seeds can boost fiber and nutrients.
  3. Kefir provides gut-friendly probiotics and extra vitamins for a healthy breakfast.