waffles

Hemp-Buckwheat Blender Waffles w/ Spiced Apples /  by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

time is precious these days.  life with a newborn has put a lot of things into perspective that i took for granted previously.  even when amesy's napping there seems to be a million things that need my attention and there's just never enough time.  between feeding him every 2 hours, changings, and just general fussiness there's little time for much else.

i kind of knew this would be the case, as people warned me.  so before ames made his entrance into this world, i developed some busy lady recipes that bridge the gap between eating anything that resembles food, and easy-peasy, crave-worthy food that i would never have enough time to make.  a recipe that simply throws a few pantry items into a blender and results in a delicious, and sustaining breakfast meal is something that made/makes me super excited.  so, i was super thrilled when i got the recipe for these blender, high-vibe, good for any day, waffles just right and good enough to share them you!  the ingredient list is really clean, sticking to a lot of the superfoods we all know and love.  and while i love eggs, i get a lot of readers asking for vegan friendly recipes or alternatives.  with a nod to my vegan friends, these waffles are egg-free, and utilize ground flax here for binding purposes - yay, flax!  so, whether you're a new mom, a busy lady, a busy dude, or someone who appreciates an easy meal, this one's for you ;) 

*i wrote this post before the election, but i would be remiss if i didn't address my feelings on this. first, i believe in this democratic process, and therefore i will continue my beliefs while continue theres.  my only hope is that love, compassion, acceptance of differences, open-mindedness all continue to have a seat at the table in a trump administration.  i keep hope alive that i will be able to raise my son in his first 4 years on this earth without the hate and discrimination the trump campaign so viciously spewed these past months.  i am so tremendously sad at what could have been, and was extremely proud to have amesy at my side when i cast my ballot for the first female president.  i spent most of yesterday with tears streaming down my face, and holding my baby close to me.  that said, i'm hopeful that the rights we've worked so hard to attain won't be taken away; that so much of what keeps millions of americans safe, and insured, and healthy won't be overturned, and we can accept and understand one another a bit more.  

peace, love & light. xo!

Hemp-Buckwheat Blender Waffles w/ Spiced Apples | v & gf

i like making a double batch of this recipe to freeze and have leftovers.  the spiced apples take a bit more time to make, but can also be made ahead of time and reheated as needed.  

| makes 4 waffles |

  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup buckwheat flour
  • 1/4 cup hemp hearts/seeds
  • 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted unrefined extra-virgin coconut oil. melted, plus more for waffle iron
  • 1 tablespoon ground flax
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt 

spiced apples

  • 1 tablespoon unrefined extra-virgin coconut oil
  • 1 large apple (i like honeycrisp or pink lady)
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • pinch of ground ginger
  • pinch of ground nutmeg
  • tiny pinch of salt

toppings

  • sliced almonds
  • hemp hearts
  • maple syrup

method

  1. preheat oven to warm (about 180°F) and place a baking sheet lined with parchment paper inside.  
  2. in the container of an upright, high-speed blender, combine the almond milk and vinegar. let the mixture sit for 10 minutes, until bubbly. next, add the remaining ingredients and blend on high for 1 minute, scraping down the sides as needed.  let the mixture rest while you preheat the waffle iron.
  3. grease the hot iron with some coconut oil and pour a heaping 1/2 cup of the batter into it. cook for 3-4 minutes, until the edges are a bit crispy.  place the waffle into the preheated oven and repeat with the remaining batter.
  4. keep the waffles warm while you make the spiced apples.
  5. heat a 10-12 inch skillet over medium heat.  once hot, add the coconut oil, apples, spices, and salt.  cook until soft and tender, gently flipping them over to cook evenly, about 7-10 minutes.
  6. serve waffles warm topped with spiced apples, sliced almonds, hemp seeds, and maple syrup. 

enjoy!

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8 Favorite Recipes Using Chickpea Flour (+ a giveaway) /  by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

happy friday! just in case you're looking for some, i'm popping in for a bit of weekend inspiration! before i developed an entire cookbook based around chickpea flour, i used it quite frequently in my daily life, and here on the blog.  some of you may remember a few of the recipes highlighted here, or if you're a newer visitor you may have missed them all together! no worries, though! i've put together 8 of my all-time favorite savory chickpea flour recipes for you :)  there's a vegan pizza dough recipe, a falafel recipe, savory waffles (!), and a protein packed chickpea salad with the chickpea flour-based tzatziki from my book!

and i'm not sure if you're aware, but 2016 is the international year of pulses!  what are pulses you ask?  they're the delicious, edible seeds of plants in the legume family, like: lentils, beans, and chickpeas.  i'm always trying to get my plant protein on - especially since i've been pregnant. when i was developing my book i quickly came to realize that, in particular,  chickpea flour was endlessly versatile and could be used in just about any application.  along with the recipes below, my book also highlights savory recipes like chickpea flour noodles, pasta-like spaetzle, dressings made from chickpea flour (they're not weird, i promise!); and a slew of sweet baked goods like a birthday cake, cookies, and some super delish almond butter brownies!  so if you'd like, you can join me in taking the pulse pledge you can do so here and pledging to make pulses a larger part of your diet :)  

*giveaway: my book, Chickpea Flour Does It All made its debut just over 5 months ago!  so, in celebration of that, and in celebration of pulses in general, i'm giving away a copy to one of you all!  to enter: leave a comment below about your favorite dishes using pulses! giveaway will close friday, september 16, 2016, at 5pm EST. (open to US and Canada only.)

this post was created in partnership with USA Pulses & Pulse Canada.  all opinions, as always, are my own.  thank you for supporting the sponsors that help keep dolly and oatmeal going! 

chickpea & avocado tzatziki salad  this salad is a year-round favorite, and a quick meal to throw together.  whether for lunch, or as a side for dinner, it's hearty and light at the same time.  plus, the chickpea flour-based tzatziki recipe makes enough servings for plenty of leftovers, or to use as a dip! 

zucchini-basil chickpea waffles with tomato & shaved fennel salad  waffles for dinner is always something i can totally get down with!  these savory waffs are made with zucchini and basil, but feel free to substitute shredded carrots in for the summery zucchini, or another herb for the basil.  the salad on top can also be swapped for a more seasonal-friendly option.  i would think that a root veg slaw (maybe beets) with a zippy dressing would be fun here. 

chickpea pizza with garden pesto & caramelized balsamic shallots  this recipe comes right out of my book, and it's a weekly favorite in our house!  while the pizza dough does call for other flours besides chickpea (brown rice, sorghum, and arrowroot), this blend is only used to give it a more familiar flavor and texture.  i particularly love using a baking stone to provide a more even flow of heat, making the bottom crisp up really nicely and offer the dough those air bubbles we all know and love!  plus, it's vegan friendly as well!

kabocha squash biscuits (with black lentil & kale chili)  whether you're making this complete dish (which i gently nudge you to), or just making the biscuits themselves, you'll end up with a baked treat that's nourishing and cozy.  these kabocha squash biscuits can be made with any winter squash puree, whether it's butternut, acorn, or pumpkin.   

chickpea flour flatbread with new potatoes & fresh basil  this is a super versatile flatbread recipe that can be topped with your go-to toppings, or whatever ingredients you have on hand.  the recipe is super easy to put together, doesn't call for yeast and a quick resting period.  

mung bean, chickpea & cilantro falafel tacos  the chickpea flour and mung beans give these falafel a double dose of protein, while the cilantro and spices give them tons of awesome flavor.  i love throwing them in a brown rice, or sprouted corn tortilla, topping with a simple avocado-radish salad, and a lemony tahini sauce.  they're good for on-the-go, or just a fun lunch or dinner. 

za'atar spiced chickpea crackers  these crackers were so good and have been such a staple in my house, that they made it into my book.  they're crisp, flavorful, and perfect for any dip.  their toppings can be super versatile as well.  i've made them with shredded nori and sesame seeds, as well as a garlic & herb mix.  have fun and play around!

summer socca salad with burst tomatoes & roasted zucchini another year-round go-to is socca.  anyone who has made it probably knows that it can be made plain, with any and all add-ins, topped with various toppings, made as pizza, or as a side companion to most dishes.  i love topping socca with simple salads in the summer, grains and beans in the colder months, or served alongside soup or eggs.   

zucchini-basil chickpea waffles w/ tomato + shaved fennel salad /  by Lindsey | Dolly and Oatmeal

i'm having a hard time coming to terms with the end of summer; just that lazy, easy-breeziness of it all seems to move in a direction of rigidity and schedules as fall approaches.  but on the up side, the humidity has faded and the weather has been significantly cooler the past few days, allowing for the consumption of hot beverages and baking with the air conditioner off!  it's also reawakened an eagerness to get outside, and breath in some fresh air.  i've never been a runner/jogger - more of a yoga/pilates enthusiast -  and i suppose i blame my elementary school gym teacher who made us do laps around the track; and long story short, i wound up in the nurses office sick, lightheaded, and on the verge of passing out.  that memory alone was traumatic enough for me stay away from running as a sport.  but i've had this vision in my head of a long distance run, where my body feels strong and capable; that's it's able to endure any bad mental inhibitions, and just go for it!  i've been a few days in using a training app on my phone (thank you Sarah for putting me on to this!), that provides some much needed structure and guidance for getting started.  besides my legs being absolutely sore/jelly, i'm feeling super strong and steady taking on this personal endeavor!  

since burning up more calories each day than i'm used to, i now feel a lot more hungry!  this is where these waffles come in!  since seeing this recipe, all i've had on my brain was savory waffles; and since i also love utilizing garbanzo bean flour in just about everything, i thought that it would make be an awesome base for the waffles i had in mind.  i really love using chickpea flour mainly for its unique flavor, but also because it's an awesome source of protein, carbs, vitamins, and fiber - something i don't generally think of when i eat waffles, so i wanted that to change!  here, i added zucchini to the batter, because i still have a bunch leftover from last weekend, along with some fresh basil, leftover fennel fronds, and a healthy amount of garlic.  i topped them with a simple tomato and shaved fennel salad just to lighten it up and add some crunch.  these waffles can certainly be adapted to your liking and can be served with just about anything : ) 

zucchini-basil chickpea waffles w/ tomato + shaved fennel salad (gluten + dairy free)

| makes 8 waffles |

ingredients

  • 2 cups garbanzo bean flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons fine grain sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 2 free range eggs
  • 1 zucchini, grated using the course holes on a box grater
  • 1 cup + 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fennel fronds 
  • 1 clove garlic, smashed and minced

tomato + shaved fennel salad

  • 2-3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced 
  • 1 small fennel bulb, shaved on a mandolin or sliced thin
  • dozen whole small basil leaves 
  • a couple sprigs fennel fronds, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt + pepper

instructions

tomato + fennel salad

  • place tomato, fennel, basil, and fronds in a medium bowl and season with salt + pepper.  in a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until fully incorporated.  a little at a time, add lemon and oil mix over the salad, taste and adjust seasonings.  set aside

chickpea waffles

  • in a large bowl, combine garbanzo bean flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.  in another large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, zucchini, almond milk, olive oil, garlic, basil, and chopped fronds
  • at this point, heat your waffle maker on medium-high (my waffle maker has a heat setting from 1-5 - 1 being the lowest - so i turn mine to about a 4 1/2)
  • prepare a baking sheet with parchment and preheat oven to warm or 200°.  mix the wet ingredients into the dry, and combine until fully mixed.  once your waffle iron reaches desired heat, spoon about 3 tablespoons worth of batter onto your iron and let it cook for about 2-3 minutes.  transfer waffle to baking sheet and place in oven to keep warm.  repeat with remaining batter
  • remove waffles from oven and top with tomato + fennel salad, garnish with extra fennel fronds or leftover basil

enjoy!