Mochi Waffles Recipe | The Best Gluten Free Waffles

These mochi waffles are crunchy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. They seriously have a taste and texture unlike any other waffle, and will quickly become your new favorite weekend breakfast recipe! 

The Best Mochi Waffles

Mochi waffles are so unique and delicious. And if you've never tried one before, you're in for a treat!

Most of the time, you can only get a chewy mochi waffle at a specialized cafe, but this recipe lets you make it at home in about 15 minutes!

And the result is one of the tastiest breakfasts you'll make from scratch.

These mochi waffles are super crisp on the outside and they have a great chew to the inside of them that goes so well with the silky smooth dulce de leche topping. Throw on some fresh fruit, and you have a breakfast made in heaven!

And if you want another sweet treat for breakfast to go with these mochi waffles, try whipping up these Churro Pancakes or Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls! Both of those breakfast recipes are crowd-pleasers every time I make 'em.

Ingredients

One of the best things about this homemade mochi waffles recipe is that you don't need too many ingredients to make them. In fact, all you'll need is about a handful of them.

Here's everything you need:

• ¾ cups non-fat milk (or plant milk)
• 1 egg
• 1 ¼ cup mochiko flour (sweet rice flour)
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt

And for the optional toppings:

• Dulce de Leche (or almond/cashew cream)
• Strawberries

The most important part of this recipe is the mochiko or sweet rice flour. It should be available at your local grocery store, but if you can't find it, you can get it online here. And I definitely suggest using the flour because it's what makes the texture of these waffles so delicious.

Plus, if you're in the mood for more of the chewy, delicious texture of mochiko, you can put it to good use by making these mochi donuts and mochi muffins next!

How to Make Mochi Waffles

This waffle batter recipe is the same as any homemade waffle. The only difference is the type of flour we're using, that's what gives these chewy mochi waffles such an incredible texture.

And the steps are super minimal, so you can get these out and on your plate in about 15 minutes! Oh, and you will need a waffle iron, so make sure you get that out.

Now, let's not waste any more time, let's get into the recipe.

Step 1: Making the Batter

As I mentioned, making this mochi waffle batter couldn't be any easier. All you have to do is add the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and milk to a bowl and whisk until everything combines and a batter forms.

And be very careful not to over mix the batter - you'll just want to mix until everything combines.  

Then set the bowl of batter aside while the waffle iron heats up. 

Step 2: Cooking The Waffles

Now take out the waffle iron, grease it with some cooking spray, and let it get very hot. Most waffle makers have a light that will indicate when it's hot enough. 

So once the waffle iron is hot, pour enough mochi waffle batter into the iron to cover the surface. Then close the lid and let it cook for about 5-10 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Next, repeat the process with the remaining batter and make sure to spray some cooking spray on the iron in between each waffle. 

Step 3: Serving

The best way to serve these mochi waffles is with some indulgent toppings.

And my favorite topping is drizzling each one with a generous serving of dulce de leche and adding some fresh strawberries.

Of course, you can keep it classic and top them with some butter and syrup.

With that said, really any way you eat these waffles, they'll be delicious.

FAQS ABOUT THIS MOCHI WAFFLE RECIPE

How do you freeze waffles?

If your family doesn't finish these waffles off in one sitting, you can freeze them for up to 3 months! It makes a convenient quick breakfast to have on hand. And these mochi waffles taste pretty darn good leftover.

To store mochi waffles, let them cool completely, then put them on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Next, put the waffles in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and squeeze out all the air. 

How do you reheat waffles?

My favorite way to reheat frozen waffles is to put them right in the toaster oven. It's basically like having Kellog's Eggo waffles but better! Or here are some more ways to reheat these mochi waffles.

What are mochi waffles made of?

Mochi waffles have your average waffle batter recipe ingredients like baking powder, eggs, and milk. The only difference is that you're using a special flour called mochiko instead of regular flour. Mochiko is a sweet rice flour -also known as glutinous rice flour- that gives the waffles an amazingly chewy texture and delightfully sweet flavor.

What's the difference between Belgian and American waffles?

These mochi waffles are more like an American waffle since it uses baking powder. However, Belgian waffles are typically made with yeast, making them thicker and airier.

Wrapping It Up

Well, that is how to make mochi waffles that are crispy yet tender and have a dreamy sweet flavor. 

The chewy mochi waffles are something your whole family is sure to love for breakfast or brunch! And since they're so quick and easy to make, you'll love making them.

Anyway, I hope you like this mochi waffles recipe as much as me and my fam do.

If you end up making them, be sure to leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts!

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More Breakfast Recipes

If you enjoyed these mochi waffles, we have a ton of other delicious breakfast recipes on the blog I think you'll like too! 

Give one of these a try next:

• Aunt Jemima waffles
• Buttermilk pancakes
• McDonald's McGriddle
• McDonald's Egg McMuffin
• Cheesy hashbrown casserole

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