Recipe details
Ingredients
- 2 bananas, mashed
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (chunky or smooth is fine, as is any nut butter of your choice)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 175g glutinous rice flour (easy to find on Amazon)
Optional extras:
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Flaked or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Pre heat your waffle iron and lightly grease with cooking spray oil.
- In a medium bowl, mix the mashed banana, glutinous rice flour, baking powder and nut butter until well combined
- Spoon a tbsp of the mixture on to a hot waffle iron and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden. I used my single serve waffle maker but if you are using a larger double plate machine you could easily make four at a time.
- All them to cool a little before serving - great with maple syrup and flaked almonds!
What are Mochi Waffles?
Mochi waffles are a variation of traditional waffles made using mochiko (sweet rice flour) or glutinous rice flour as one of the primary ingredients. Mochi waffles have a chewier texture compared to regular waffles due to the nature of mochiko or glutinous rice flour, which lends them a slightly sticky and dense consistency. They often have a slightly sweet flavour, similar to mochi desserts. Mochi waffles can be enjoyed plain or topped with various sweet or savoury toppings such as fresh fruits, whipped cream, syrup, or even fried chicken for a unique fusion twist. They're a popular item in some Asian-inspired cafes and have gained popularity in recent years as people explore different ways to enjoy waffles.
What can I use instead of Mochiko or Glutinous Rice Flour?
While traditional mochi waffles are made using mochiko (sweet rice flour) or glutinous rice flour, you can experiment with using other types of flour to create variations. However, it's important to note that the texture and flavour may differ from traditional mochi waffles as it is a tricky ingredient to successfully substitute.
Some alternative flours you could try include:
- Rice flour: Regular rice flour, which is not glutinous, will produce waffles with a different texture compared to mochiko or glutinous rice flour. The waffles may be lighter and less chewy.
- Plain flour: Using plain flour will yield waffles with a more traditional texture similar to regular waffles, rather than the chewy texture characteristic of mochi waffles.
- Cornstarch: Adding a small amount of cornstarch to your waffle batter can help achieve a slightly chewier texture, but it won't replicate the unique texture of mochi waffles entirely.
- Almond flour or coconut flour: These alternative flours can be used to create gluten-free versions of waffles with a different flavour profile. However, the texture will still be different from traditional mochi waffles.
Experimenting with different flours can lead to interesting results, but keep in mind that the texture and flavour may not be the same as authentic mochi waffles. Adjusting the ratios of ingredients and experimenting with different cooking techniques can help you achieve the desired outcome.
