I usually make a double batch of these waffles Saturday mornings to last us the weekend! Buckwheat and millet soaked overnight and pureed are the main ingredients in this protein and mineral rich breakfast. If you are a sweet and salty fan, to top them off, a dollop of miso coconut butter along with a drizzle of maple syrup is simply divine! Despite its name, buckwheat is gluten free. You will find it in bulk at your natural foods store or in the baking aisle by Bobs Arrowhead Mills. The batter will keep well covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. Alternatively make all of the batter into waffles and then freeze them to reheat in your toaster!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of buckwheat groats
- 1 cup of millet
- 1/4 cup of flax or chia seeds (If using chia you will need to add more water to the batter)
- 1 tbsp. of true cinnamon
- 2 tbsp. of avocado oil or any other light tasting oil
- 2 tbsp. of maple syrup
- 1 tbsp. of baking powder
- 1 cup water
Soak the buckwheat, millet and flax or chia in plenty of water overnight.
In the morning pour the millet buckwheat mixture into a large strainer. Give it a very quick rinse, 10 seconds or so. The mixture will be very slippery but this is good as it acts as an egg replacer so make sure it is just a quick rinse! In a blender combine the soaked grains and seeds with 1 cup of water, 2 tbsp. of oil, 2 tbsp. of maple syrup, 1 tbsp. of baking powder and one tbsp. of true cinnamon until thick and creamy. Feel free to add a bit more water if necessary to form a thick waffle-like batter.
Following the instructions for your particular waffle maker, pour batter into the centre of the waffle iron and allow it to cook for the recommended amount of time.
Top with plenty of maple syrup and a generous dollop of miso-coconut butter! (recipe follows)
Miso Coconut Butter:
In a small bowl with a fork, mix together one part miso paste to 2 parts room temperature coconut oil. (ie. 1/2 cup coconut oil to 1/4 cup miso) Make sure your coconut oil is at room temperature to ensure that it whisks together easily with the miso!