Homemade Nectarine Waffles

If you ask me, nectarine waffles are the perfect way to use up summer fruit.

These breakfast treats combine fluffy waffle batter with chunks of juicy nectarines that get slightly caramelized as they cook. The fruit adds natural sweetness and a soft texture that pairs nicely with the crispy waffle exterior.

They’re cooked just like regular waffles in your waffle iron, but the nectarine pieces create little pockets of fruity goodness in every bite. A drizzle of maple syrup and maybe some butter make them complete.

It’s a simple way to make weekend breakfast feel special, especially when nectarines are at their peak.

What Kind of Nectarines Should I Use?

For these waffles, you’ll want nectarines that are ripe but still firm enough to hold their shape when cooked. Look for fruit that gives slightly when you press it gently, but isn’t mushy or overly soft. Yellow or white nectarines both work great – yellow varieties tend to be a bit more tart while white nectarines are usually sweeter. If your nectarines are a little underripe, that’s actually perfect since they’ll soften up nicely in the waffle iron without turning to mush. Just make sure to slice them evenly so they cook at the same rate and distribute well throughout your batter.

Options for Substitutions

These nectarine waffles are pretty forgiving when it comes to swaps and substitutions:

• Whole wheat flour: You can easily use all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat – just use the same amount. For gluten-free options, try a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Oat flour: Don’t have oat flour? Make your own by grinding old-fashioned oats in a blender or food processor until fine. You can also substitute with almond flour or just use more whole wheat flour.
• Flax seed meal and chia seeds: These add nutrition but aren’t essential. You can skip them entirely or replace with ground walnuts or hemp seeds for similar texture and health benefits.
• Coffee creamer: Any vanilla coffee creamer works here, or you can use heavy cream with an extra 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Even plain milk with a bit more vanilla will do the trick.
• Nectarines: Peaches are the obvious swap here since they’re so similar. You could also try sliced apples, pears, or even berries – just keep the amount around 1 1/2 cups of fruit.
• 2% milk: Any milk works – whole milk, 1%, or even non-dairy options like almond or oat milk. The waffles might be slightly less rich with lower-fat alternatives.

Watch Out for These Mistakes While Cooking

The biggest mistake when making nectarine waffles is overmixing the batter, which develops too much gluten and creates tough, dense waffles instead of light and fluffy ones – mix just until the ingredients are barely combined, even if there are a few lumps.

Another common error is not preheating your waffle iron properly or greasing it enough, which leads to waffles that stick and tear when you try to remove them, so make sure it’s fully heated and lightly brush with oil or cooking spray between batches.

Since nectarines release juice as they cook, avoid adding too many slices directly to the batter or your waffles might become soggy – instead, press a few slices onto the batter right after you pour it into the waffle iron.

Don’t forget that whole wheat flour absorbs more liquid than regular flour, so if your batter seems too thick, add an extra tablespoon or two of milk to get the right consistency for crispy edges and tender centers.

What to Serve With Nectarine Waffles?

These fruity waffles are perfect on their own, but I love serving them with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey for extra creaminess. Fresh berries like blueberries or strawberries make a great addition alongside the nectarines, giving you even more juicy fruit flavors. For a heartier breakfast, try adding some crispy bacon or turkey sausage on the side – the salty-sweet combo is really satisfying. A hot cup of coffee or fresh orange juice rounds out the meal perfectly, especially on lazy weekend mornings.

Storage Instructions

Keep Fresh: Store your leftover nectarine waffles in the refrigerator in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 days. The fruit makes them a bit more perishable than regular waffles, so don’t leave them out at room temperature for too long.

Freeze: These waffles freeze really well for busy mornings! Let them cool completely, then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for about an hour. Transfer to a freezer bag and they’ll keep for up to 3 months.

Warm Up: Pop frozen waffles straight into the toaster or toaster oven until they’re heated through and crispy again. For refrigerated waffles, a quick toast or a few minutes in a 350°F oven will bring back that perfect texture. They taste almost as good as fresh!

Preparation Time	10-15 minutes
Cooking Time	15-20 minutes
Total Time	25-35 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Medium

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 800-900
• Protein: 25-30 g
• Fat: 20-25 g
• Carbohydrates: 120-130 g

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
• 2 tbsp packed brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 cups reduced fat (2%) milk
• 1/4 cup coffee mate® natural bliss® vanilla flavored all-natural coffee creamer
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 3 nectarines, pitted and sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)

Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup oat flour
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
• 2 tbsp packed brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt

In a large mixing bowl, add the whole wheat flour, oat flour, ground flaxseed, chia seeds (if using), brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Whisk these ingredients together until well combined and evenly mixed.

Step 2: Incorporate Wet Ingredients

• 2 cups reduced fat (2%) milk
• 1/4 cup Coffee mate® natural bliss® vanilla flavored all-natural coffee creamer
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Pour in the milk, Coffee mate natural bliss vanilla coffee creamer, water, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

Whisk everything together until a smooth batter forms.

If the batter is too thick for your preference, add additional water a tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

I like to let the batter rest for 5 minutes to let the flours hydrate—it helps give the waffles a better texture.

Step 3: Preheat and Grease Waffle Iron

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Lightly grease the grids using nonstick cooking spray or olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking and help the waffles come out crispy.

Step 4: Cook Waffles

• batter from Step 2

Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the center of the preheated waffle iron.

Close the lid and cook according to your desired level of doneness, usually about 4–5 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

Repeat with the remaining batter.

I like to keep finished waffles warm in a low oven while I finish cooking the batch.

Step 5: Serve with Nectarines

• 3 nectarines, pitted and sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)

Place the cooked waffles on serving plates and top generously with nectarine slices.

Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.