Soul-Satisfying Oatmeal Waffles

Soul-Satisfying Oatmeal Waffles
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 minYIELD: 10 waffles.
These waffles freeze well, so toast them all week long. For a fall version, substitute 1/2 cup pumpkin puree for 1/2 cup of milk. —Jeanne Stickell, Tucson, Arizona

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 packets instant maple and brown sugar or apple cinnamon oatmeal
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1-1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Maple syrup

Directions

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix the first six ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the milk, eggs and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in pecans.
  • 2. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown. Serve with syrup.