Coconut Flour Waffles
A home cook with histamine intolerance and a love for waffles, found herself missing her favorite Sunday morning treat. Unable to find rice flour in her local grocery store, she turned to coconut flour instead. The result was a batch of delightful, golden brown waffles that were light, fluffy, and most importantly, didn't trigger her histamine intolerance. These waffles are a testament to her ingenuity and love for cooking, demonstrating that dietary restrictions needn't prevent one from enjoying their favorite foods.
Why suitable for low histanmine diet
coconut Flour Waffles made with coconut oil are suitable for a low-histamine diet. coconut flour, eggs, rice milk, and coconut oil are all ingredients that are generally well-tolerated by those with histamine intolerance. Remember to use fresh ingredients and consume the waffles shortly after cooking to minimize histamine buildup.
Ingredients
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Instructions
- 0In a large bowl, mix together the coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- 1In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the rice milk and melted coconut oil. Mix until well combined.
- 2Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be smooth but it's okay if there are a few lumps.
- 3Heat up your waffle iron and grease it lightly with a little coconut oil. Pour enough batter into the waffle iron to cover the bottom plate. Close the iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- 4Serve the waffles hot with a dollop of your favorite histamine-friendly topping and enjoy!
Tipps
Use a Good Quality Coconut Flour
The quality of the coconut flour can make a significant difference in the outcome of your waffles. A good quality coconut flour, finely ground, which results in a smoother and more enjoyable texture in your waffles.
Don't Overmix the Batter
It's important to mix the batter until just combined. Overmixing can make your waffles tough rather than fluffy and light. Some lumps in the batter are completely okay!
Check Waffle Doneness
Keep an eye on your waffles as they cook. Every waffle iron is different, and cook times can vary. They are done when they are golden brown and release easily from the waffle iron.
Use Fresh Ingredients
Since this recipe is suitable for a low-histamine diet, it's crucial to use fresh ingredients. Histamine levels in food increase over time, so fresh ingredients will ensure you're keeping the histamine content as low as possible.
Experiment with Toppings
While these waffles are delicious on their own, you can also experiment with low-histamine toppings. Some options could include fresh blueberries, a dollop of coconut cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Please note that some common toppings like strawberries may be histamine liberators and can cause problems for people with histamine intolerance.
Keep the Waffles Warm
If you're not serving the waffles right away, you can keep them warm in an oven set to a low temperature. This allows everyone to enjoy warm waffles at the same time without the first ones going cold.
Freeze for Later
If you have leftovers, or want to meal prep, these waffles freeze well. Just make sure to cool them completely before freezing. You can reheat them in a toaster or oven when you're ready to eat.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories300
- Protein6g
- Carbs42g
- Fat12g
- Fiber3g
Remember that everyone's tolerance to histamine can be different, so it's important to pay attention to your body and adjust your diet accordingly. Always discuss dietary changes with a healthcare professional.