Fluffy Banana Waffles

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
• Baking powder (2 teaspoons)
• Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
• Granulated sugar (2 tablespoons)
• Ripe bananas (2, mashed)
• Milk (1 cup)
• Egg (1, beaten)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Butter (3 tablespoons, melted)
• Cooking spray or additional melted butter (for greasing waffle iron)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, milk, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
3. Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
4. Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with cooking spray or additional melted butter to prevent sticking.
5. Pour approximately 1/2 cup of the batter onto the hot waffle iron for each waffle. Close the lid and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically about 3-5 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
6. Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and serve immediately, topped with your favorite toppings such as sliced bananas, maple syrup, or whipped cream.