This is a quick and easy recipe for gluten free waffles that you can make in 30 minutes or less! They get perfectly crispy on the outside and soft in the middle. There is a dairy-free option and these homemade GF waffles freeze well too, so you can make a double batch and save some for later!

Quick and Easy Gluten Free Waffles
It’s definitely about time I share a recipe for gluten free waffles here, don’t you think? I mean, it’s been 3 years since I’ve shared a waffle recipe!
3 YEARS. Guys, that’s a long time! Obviously, let’s talk about these gluten free waffles that are perfect for either breakfast or brunch that you can make in 30 minutes or less! They brown nicely and are crispy on the outside. Once you take a bite, they are soft in the middle. Top them with some butter and syrup and voila- delicious GF waffles at their finest!
One thing I like to do for these waffles is use melted butter instead of oil. Adam absolutely likes buttery waffles.
Don’t worry, if you need a dairy free version like my daughter, these work well with avocado oil (or canola oil) and will still get nice and crispy! Indeed, you can bring in the buttery flavor by spreading on a bit of vegan butter if you wish.
There’s another delicious waffle recipe that you can have based on this one called Gluten-Free Red Velvet Waffles. Or if you’re feeling like pancakes, try 20 minute Kid-Favorite Chocolate Chip Pancakes! Pair them with some syrup and brown sugar and they are perfect for holidays or any day you feel like waffles!
Key Ingredients for Quick and Easy Gluten Free Waffles from scratch
- Gluten free all-purpose flour
- Xanthan gum
- Large Eggs, room temperature
- Milk – regular or unsweetened coconut
- Melted butter. Avocado or canola oil can be subbed
- Pure maple syrup

How to make homemade gluten free waffles from scratch in 5 easy steps
- Preheat your waffle iron according to your waffle iron directions. (I usually set mine on a higher setting because I like my waffles super crispy).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter (or oil), maple syrup, and vanilla until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined (no need to over mix, some small lumps are ok). Let batter sit 5 minutes.
- Fourth, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Just be sure not to overmix. There can be some lumps in the waffle batter! Let the batter sit 5 minutes.
- Lastly, grease your waffle maker and cook your waffles according to your waffle iron directions. Serve immediately with maple syrup, and desired toppings. We like fresh fruit on ours!
These gluten free waffles get nice and crispy, just the way I like waffles! They’re almost like gluten free Eggo waffles which is certainly not a bad thing in my opinion! In addition, the melted butter really makes them crisp up nicely but if you need to make them dairy free, avocado oil or canola oil work too!
Note: I usually get about 10 square waffles (with about 1/4 cup batter per waffle) from this recipe. A lot will depend on the waffle iron you use and how much batter you use for each waffle. So it may vary for you but that’s ok!

Making The Gluten Free Waffle Mix Ahead Of Time
To save about 5 minutes, you can mix the dry ingredients and store them in a zip-lock bag or an airtight container. Whenever you’re ready to make this glorious recipe, you just add the wet ingredients and BOOM- done! Talk about a time saver!
If you want to save even MORE time, you can make the batter ahead of time too. Be sure to store it in the refrigerator for no more than 2-3 days.
Recommended Gluten-Free Flours To Use
You can use my Nightshade Free Gluten Free Flour Blend. My nightshade free blend really helps to make for a nice crispy waffle on the outside, that is soft in the middle. It makes for a great texture with a ton of flavor.
You can also try Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 Gluten Free Baking Flour 1:1 or King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour. Both Bob’s Red Mill and King Arthur already have xanthan gum in the blend. You really can’t go wrong with any of these gluten free flour mixes. However, I do not recommended Cup4Cup because it makes the batter way too thick!

Dairy-Free Version
As with many of my recipes, this waffle recipe can be modified to be made dairy free too. Simply substitute dairy free milk (such as coconut milk) instead of regular milk. Also, be sure to use a cooking oil instead of butter, such as avocado oil. And there you have it- dairy free waffles without sacrificing the flavor!
30 Minute or Less Gluten-Free Waffle Recipe
You’ll want to keep this gluten free waffle recipe handy for a delicious gluten free breakfast, especially if your family is anything like ours. Naturally, we like to make waffles at least once a week. And if you like to cook in batches to freeze food for later for quick breakfasts in the morning, you’ll love these even more!
As I mentioned earlier, these easy gluten free waffles freeze incredibly well! Once they’ve cooled to room temperature, I freeze them on a sheet pan and then when they’re frozen, I transfer them to a freezer bag for storage.
We reheat them by toasting them in our toaster oven but you could reheat them in your oven too. Easy peasy! Enjoy!
Other Delicious Breakfast Recipes:
Gluten Free Blueberry Pancakes
Quick and Easy Homemade Gluten Free Pancakes
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Quick and Easy Gluten Free Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour*
- 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups milk regular or unsweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup melted butter avocado or canola oil can be subbed
- 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to your waffle iron directions. (I usually set mine on a higher setting because I like my waffles super crispy).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter (or oil), maple syrup, and vanilla until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined (no need to over mix, some small lumps are ok). Let batter sit 5 minutes.
- Grease your waffle maker and cook your waffles according to your waffle iron directions. Serve immediately with maple syrup, and desired toppings. We like fresh fruit on ours!
Notes
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My husband and I just got back from vacation and didn’t have much in refrigerator but eggs and vanilla almond milk(it worked great in the waffle recipe).I love your nightshade flour mix I make a lot of quick breads banana pumpkin and zucchini so thought to look for a waffle recipe. It is delicious!
Thank you so much for your gluten, dairy free and nightshade recipes!
You’re welcome! I’m glad you love this waffle recipe as much as we do!
These did not work for me; it must’ve been the flour. I used Arrowhead Mills organic all purpose gluten free and I had to add about 2 cups more of liquid. Maybe there’s too much tapioca in my flour? Weird.
Different flour blends will yield vastly different results in this recipe. I’ve found that Cup4Cup and King Arthur Measure for Measure require more liquid. I highly recommend sticking to my Nightshade Free blend or Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 for this recipe.
I’ve made these a few times now. Excellent recipe! My husband says these are his favorite waffles and he doesn’t need to follow a gluten free diet.
That’s awesome to hear, Nancy! Thank you!
Could I sub flax seeds and water for xanthan gum?
I haven’t tried a sub for xanthan gum in this recipe.
These waffles were so tasty!! Just what I was looking for in a gluten free waffle. I make batches and freeze for later. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks Andrea, glad you enjoyed them! Freezing for later is a great idea – they toast up great from frozen!
These were incredible good gluten free and dairy free. Kids loved them! Thank you!!!
you’re welcome!
Do you have a nutritional breakdown for these? Thanks
I don’t but you can plug the ingredients you use into an online nutrition calculator.
This is a wonderful and simple recipe that we were able to adapt to what we had. We didn’t have Xanthum Gum in the pantry so instead we doubled the eggs. However, we separated the egg yikes and egg whites and added one egg white. Whipped the egg whites. Added all the yokes plus the egg whites. They turned out great! I think you could up the vanilla according to your preference.
Thanks for sharing! And I agree with you on the vanilla, I always add an extra splash 🙂
Great recipe! Exactly what I needed. Waffles were light and
fluffy and best of all gluten free. Thank you for putting this online.
You’re welcome!
Hubby and I are addicted to these waffles. Make them along with a couple eggs and it stays with us all day. Great recipe!!!! 🥰
Thanks for the wonderful feedback Christine!
Made these waffles for lunch today, used canola oil. they were very good. Nice and crispy. Thanks for the recipe.
Thanks, glad you enjoyed them!
I tried these waffles with honey and tastes amazing
thank you for sharing
Awesome, thanks for the feedback!