Go Back
5 from 4 votes
An overhead shot at big golden, fluffy and crispy Whole Wheat Waffles with Wheat Germ served on plates with butter and maple syrup. A cup of coffee is on the side.
Print Recipe
Whole Wheat Waffles Recipe (With Wheat Germ)
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Indulge in our wholesome Whole Wheat Waffles with Wheat Germ and elevate your breakfast with health, flavor, and crispiness in every bite!

Servings: 5 waffles
Author: Gemma Stafford
Ingredients
  • 1½ cups (7½ oz/213 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (2½ oz/71 g) whole wheat flour
  • ¼ cup (1 oz/28 g) wheat germ
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 cups (16 fl oz/480 ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup (2 oz/57 g) butter, melted
  • Oil, for the waffle maker
  • Butter, maple syrup and fresh seasonal fruit, for serving
Instructions
  1. Preheat your waffle maker. Preheat your oven to the lowest or warm setting and place a baking sheet inside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, wheat germ, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk and melted butter. Fold the wet into the dry ingredients until just combined. A few small lumps are ok.

  4. Brush some oil on the waffle iron and then pour about a ½ cup (4 fl oz/120 ml) of batter. Close the lid and cook according to the directions of your waffle maker.
  5. Transfer the cooked waffles to the baking sheet in the warm oven while you cook the remaining waffles.
  6. Serve with salted butter, honey, jam, maple syrup and whatever fresh fruit is in season. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. I also freeze them for George to have breakfast on the go.