This recipe for gluten-free Belgian waffles includes dairy-free options. I’ve served them with crispy bacon and maple syrup, but you can top them however you like.
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I’ve spent the morning imagining something indulgent: a truly luxurious breakfast to enjoy in bed. When Juliette’s Interiors invited me to create a breakfast to match one of their beautiful beds, I couldn’t resist. The brief was simple — make something decadent and comforting, the kind of breakfast that makes staying in bed feel like a treat.
A luxurious breakfast to eat in bed
For those who don’t know me, I love my bed. I treasure sleep and mornings, and pairing that peaceful start with a special meal feels like the perfect indulgence. Browsing Juliette’s Interiors for inspiration sent my imagination spinning. I picked an Italian Button Upholstered four-poster bed — it reminded me of the night of our wedding and felt perfectly luxurious for this project.
Four-poster beds hold a particular charm for me: they conjure images from books and the idea of hiding away in comfort. While such a grand bed would look out of place in my small bedroom, this exercise is about dreaming — and dreaming big.
Creating gluten-free Belgian waffles
At the moment I’m following a low-carb, low-sugar plan, so waffles aren’t part of my daily routine. Still, I love how waffles say “special occasion.” For this luxury breakfast I made gluten-free Belgian waffles that are light, crisp and perfect with crispy bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup. They take a little more time than a basic waffle, but the extra effort is well worth it.
I used my wholegrain gluten-free flour blend for this recipe. If you’re new to gluten-free baking, understanding flour blends matters — it makes the difference between a successful bake and one that falls flat. These waffles are crisp on the outside, tender inside, and pair beautifully with salty, crunchy bacon and sweet maple syrup.
This recipe will be featured on Juliette’s Interiors’ blog along with other luxury breakfast ideas. I hope my entry earns a chance to try a luxury breakfast out — but for now, I’m happy to share this recipe with you.
Equipment notes
A waffle iron that makes two waffles at once saves time and arguments at the breakfast table. You’ll also need a bowl for mixing and an electric whisk or mixer to beat the egg whites to stiff peaks. A ladle helps transfer batter to the waffle iron. Using a reliable mixer for the egg whites gives the best lift and texture in these Belgian-style waffles.
Gluten Free Belgian Waffles With Crispy Bacon & Maple Syrup
Gluten-free, nut-free, soya-free, low sugar (can be dairy-free)
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggs, separated (preferably organic or free-range)
- 220 ml milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- 60 g butter, melted (or dairy-free margarine)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 170 g gluten-free self-raising flour (or 170 g plain gluten-free flour plus 1 3/4 tsp baking powder)
- 20 g sugar
- To serve: 12 rashers bacon, cooked until crispy (streaky gives extra crispiness)
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Separate the egg yolks and whites into two bowls.
- Whisk the egg yolks with the milk, melted butter and vanilla until combined.
- Slowly add the flour to create a smooth batter, then stir in the sugar.
- Beat the egg whites with an electric whisk until you have stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the batter to keep as much air as possible.
- Ladle the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden and crisp.
- While the waffles cook, fry the bacon until crisp. Cut into pieces with scissors, scatter over the waffles and drizzle with maple syrup to serve.
Notes
Nutrition facts below are approximate and refer to the waffles alone, not including toppings.
Nutrition (Approx)
Calories: 422 kcal | Carbohydrates: 27 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 29 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Cholesterol: 115 mg | Sodium: 402 mg | Potassium: 194 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 5 g | Vitamin A: 415 IU | Calcium: 59 mg | Iron: 1 mg
These waffles make a memorable breakfast for a weekend treat or a special morning in bed. If you prefer dairy-free, swap the milk and butter for plant-based alternatives — the egg whites still give the batter the lift it needs for light, airy Belgian waffles.
This was a commissioned post that I was paid to write. All writing and opinions are my own.