4-Ingredient Blueberry Waffles
on Aug 18, 2023, Updated Jun 17, 2025
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Looking for a quick, healthy breakfast that your toddler will actually eat? These 4-Ingredient Blueberry Waffles are a game-changer! Made with just oats, banana, milk, and blueberries, they come together in minutes and are perfect for baby-led weaning, toddlers, or busy mornings with the whole family. Naturally sweetened and full of wholesome ingredients, they’re soft, easy to hold, and freezer-friendly—making them a go-to in our house for a no-stress start to the day.

Why These Blueberry Waffles are a Great Breakfast for Toddlers
1. Great For Baby-Led Weaning: Baby-led weaning is a wonderful journey of discovery, and these blueberry waffles are here to make it even more joyful. These waffles offer a hands-on experience that encourages your little one to explore different textures, shapes, and tastes while developing their fine motor skills.
2. Nutrient-Rich Ingredients: As a mom, you want the best for your baby. These 4-ingredient blueberry waffles are brimming with nourishing ingredients – rolled oats, mashed banana, milk, and blueberries. Each ingredient plays a role in providing essential nutrients for your baby’s growth and development.
3. Wholesome Simplicity: The beauty of baby-led weaning lies in simplicity. These waffles honor that principle with their minimal ingredient list. As your baby gets accustomed to new flavors, you can rest easy knowing you’re feeding them pure, wholesome goodness.
4. The Blueberry Boost: Blueberries, those tiny powerhouses of antioxidants, bring a burst of flavor and color to these waffles. They introduce your baby to the wonders of natural sweetness while offering a range of health benefits.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 mashed banana
- 1/2 cup milk (of your choice)
- 1/2 cup blueberries
Tools:
- Blender
- Mini waffle maker
How to Make This Baby Waffle Recipe
Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients Start by gathering your ingredients – rolled oats, a ripe banana, milk, and a handful of blueberries.
Step 2: Blend the Magic In your blender, combine the rolled oats, mashed banana, milk, and blueberries. Blend until you have a smooth batter with a beautiful purple hue, courtesy of the blueberries.
Step 3: Warm Up the Waffle Maker Preheat your mini waffle maker.
Step 4: Pour and Cook Pour a small amount of the batter into the center of the waffle maker. Remember, these waffles are meant to be baby-sized, so a little goes a long way. Close the waffle maker and let the magic happen. The batter will transform into adorable mini waffles before your eyes.
Step 5: Explore and Enjoy! Once cooked, gently remove the toddler-friendly blueberry waffle from the maker. Let it fully cool before serving to your baby!





Substitutions
Oats: Use certified gluten-free rolled oats to make the waffles GF. Quick oats can be used, but the texture will be softer.
Banana: Very ripe banana adds sweetness. Swap with applesauce or pumpkin purée for a milder flavor, though the texture may vary.
Milk: Any milk—dairy or plant-based (oat, almond, soy)—works well. Full-fat dairy gives richer waffles.
Blueberries: Fresh or frozen both work. Mix in frozen berries straight from the freezer to avoid excess moisture.
Storing Blueberry Waffles for Toddlers
- If you happen to have any leftovers (which is rare, given how delightful these waffles are!), you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For longer storage, consider freezing them in a zip lock bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply pop them in the toaster or oven until they’re warm and ready.
Common Questions
Can I use frozen blueberries?
- Yes! Fold them in while still frozen to prevent extra moisture. You may need an extra 1–2 minutes of cook time.
Are these baby blueberry waffles gluten-free?
- They can be if you use certified gluten-free oats. Just make sure your oats are labeled GF.
Can I make pancakes instead?
- Yes—cook the same batter on a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat for a few minutes per side.
More Toddler Breakfast Recipes
Flour-Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Muffins – Made without flour and naturally sweetened, these peanut butter chocolate muffins are rich, fudgy, and packed with protein. Great for toddlers and parents alike, they’re perfect as a snack, breakfast, or a treat that still feels wholesome.
Strawberry Waffles – These strawberry waffles are bursting with fresh fruit flavor and just the right amount of natural sweetness. Soft on the inside with a hint of crispness outside, they make a fun and colorful breakfast toddlers love—and they freeze beautifully for later.
Banana Baked Oats – These baked oats are a cozy, nutritious breakfast made from mashed banana, oats, and milk. With a cake-like texture and just the right amount of sweetness, they’re an easy way to start your toddler’s day off right—and you can add toppings to change things up.
Raspberry Banana Bread – A soft, tender banana bread dotted with juicy raspberries, this loaf is naturally sweetened and made with wholesome ingredients. It’s freezer-friendly, easy to slice, and perfect for snacks or breakfast on the go.
Spinach Pancakes – These vibrant green pancakes are a fun and nutritious way to serve leafy greens. Made with blended spinach and banana, they’re soft, lightly sweet, and packed with nutrients—perfect for toddlers who aren’t big on veggies.
If your kids love these healthy 4-ingredient blueberry waffles let me know! Tag me @reallittlemeals so I can hear about all of your delicious creations!

4 Ingredient Blueberry Waffles
Instructions
- Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth!
- Grease a mini waffle maker (or normal waffle maker), pour in batter, and cook until golden.
- Cool and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These were excellent! I added hemp hearts and pea protein to my batter but I really enjoyed this base recipe! I made the mistake of adding whole blueberries to waffle batter before – I will always blend them into the batter now!
I’m glad you enjoyed and I love your additions!