Happy new year! I hope you’ve all had a wonderful beginning of the year. I took a longer than usual break between posts because it was such a busy time, but I’m so happy to be back.
I’ve set some intentions this year, big and small. I ate some candy over the holidays, thanks to a stocking packed with it, and lower than usual willpower. I’m not a big fan of detoxing in the new year, because eating healthy and whole foods should always be a priority. I think the key is to focus on eating nutritious foods every day, not just for a couple weeks a year.
Everybody slips sometimes, right? I don’t even like toffifee. Even that little bit of high-sugar, low-nutrient food wreaked havoc on my body, though, and encouraged me to be even more cautious about avoiding it.
Some of my smaller goals for this year include being even more mindful of my nutrition, and only eating foods I would write about in this space. Reminding myself to drink enough is important, too, especially in our cold winters, when I often forget. I’m also committing to yoga every day, no matter what. Bigger plans are to teach yoga regularly, grow this space, and to finish up a couple big projects I’ve been working on. What are your goals for the year?
I was planning on a totally different recipe to come back with in the new year, but my sister and brother-in-law gave me a waffle maker for Christmas. I’m pretty excited about it, so you’re getting a waffle recipe.
This isn’t just any old waffle, though. It’s a sourdough overnight waffle. I’m using the term loosely here, as it’s just an overnight rise, but the taste is distinctly sourdough. If you’ve made overnight bread before, it can be compared to that. Don’t expect super fluffy, sugary waffles here – they’re slightly chewy, and not particularly sweet, sort of like bread. I can happily eat them for breakfast, unlike regular old waffles or pancakes. Bread cooked in a waffle maker? That’s fine with me.
I chose orange to flavour these, as I’m currently obsessed, but you can leave it out or add something else. Alternatively, I think lemon, cinnamon and other warm spices, or chocolate would be excellent here. You could try keeping the orange and adding some cinnamon or chocolate, too. On that note, I am going to eat a waffle triangle with a square of dark chocolate right now. Yum.
Keep in mind, please, that these overnight waffles needs at least eight hours of rising time. You’ll need to plan ahead a little bit and make it before you go to bed. That being said, you also don’t need to do a whole lot when you get up in the morning, and that’s a good situation to be in.
If you prefer sourdough, make these spelt sourdough waffles instead.
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Overnight Waffles with Orange and Vanilla
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups spelt or kamut flour*
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder*
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups non-dairy milk I used cashew
- ½ cup olive oil*
- Zest and juice of two unwaxed oranges
In the morning
- ¼ cup non-dairy milk
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Stir the flour, yeast, coconut sugar, vanilla, and salt together in a large bowl. Keep in mind that it will rise overnight when you’re deciding what size of bowl to use.
- Gently whisk the milk, olive oil, and orange zest and juice into the dry ingredients. Let it sit, covered, overnight or for at least eight hours (and up to twelve).
- In the morning, stir in the extra milk and the baking soda. I tried without these extra ingredients and the waffles are infinitely better with those little additions. Cook according to your waffle maker instructions, filling it about 2/3 full for each waffle.
- Serve immediately or keep them warm in your oven until you’re ready to eat. I had mine with maple syrup, orange slices, and pomegranate. They will keep well for a couple of days, and can be frozen. Just stick them in the toaster to reheat.
Notes
* For American cup measurements, please click the pink link text above the ingredient list that says ‘American’.
Nutrition
Nutrition is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate. If this information is important to you, please have it verified independently.
Alexandra Daum says
Haha! How can someone not like waffles?! I'm happy to have converted him 😉 Thanks, Nicky!
Nicky Hawthorne says
These are amazing. Made them this am. Bf doesn’t like waffles but I said nope, we’re getting a waffle maker. GUESS WHO LIKES WAFFLES NOW 😉 he raved about how healthy these are and light. Thank you for converting my boyfriend. Waffles for everyone! Seriously, great recipe ����
Alexandra Daum says
I'm not vegan either, I just often eat plant based food, I guess. I'm so glad to hear that! Thank you for you sweet words 🙂
Silvy says
Though I'm no a vegan, I try to eat mindful and I really love your blog. Plees keep posting these inspirational recipes 🙂
Alexandra Daum says
Sometimes my practice is only 5-10 minutes on the mat. Twice a week is good! I'd say I only get a full length practice in about twice a week.
Yay, so glad to hear you're loving cashew milk! I've been making it almost exclusively now, especially since cashews have been less expensive than almonds. Thank you, Traci! I'm excited to see what you do this year 🙂
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
Goals; a good thing. I love your goal of yoga every day. Although I'm struggling with twice a week, every day would bring a huge health benefit. The days in between, my goals are to work out and practice mindfulness mediation. Love, love love the cashew milk and flours you've chosen for these waffles! I've been using cashew milk for about 6 months now and it is wonderful!! I crave it! Such a delicious recipe my dear! All the best to you in this new year! Sounds like it's going to be an exciting one!