Tofu Waffles

Crispy golden tofu waffle with a blue and white striped cloth background.

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Learn how to make Tofu Waffles for a quick, easy, and fun meal! You can add waffle tofu to salads, dip it like fries, or use it to make a sandwich.

Prep Time2

Cook Time5

Total Time7

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: waffles

Calories: 83kcal

Author: Sarah Pilley

Equipment

waffle maker or waffle iron

Ingredients

14-18 oz block firm or extra firm tofu

Tofu Waffle Sandwich

2 tofu waffles
2 tablespoons arugula pesto or nut-free pesto
3 slices of tomato
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cut your block of tofu into a square shape.
Cut the square into ½” slabs.
Lay the tofu slabs in an even layer on a plate.
Microwave the tofu for 1 to 2 minutes to help dry out the tofu.
Blot the tofu slabs with a paper towel or a clean dish towel to remove any excess moisture.
Place a slab of tofu into a preheated waffle iron.
Close the lid and place a heavy pan on top to compress the tofu.
Cook the tofu for about 5 minutes or until golden and crispy outside.
Repeat for as many tofu waffles as you wish to make.

To Make a Tofu Waffle Sandwich

Add a tablespoon of pesto to two tofu waffles.
Layer tomato slices over one tofu waffle.
Season the tomatoes with salt and pepper.
Place the other tofu waffle on top, slice the sandwich in half, and enjoy!

Notes

See more expert tips, pictures, and variations above for making the best tofu waffles!

Yield: You can make as many or as few tofu waffles as you want! The size will depend on the size of your waffle maker.

Top Tips

Shaping the tofu will depend on the size of your waffle maker. For the Dash mini waffle maker, a square shape that is ½” thick works best. But for a larger waffle maker, you may need to cut thicker slabs to fill all the crevices of the waffle iron.
Microwaving the tofu helps dry out the tofu slabs, reducing the time in the waffle maker. This also means you don’t have to wait to press the tofu!
Keeping the lid closed allows the tofu to form a crust and come out of the waffle iron without sticking. Use a heavy pan to make sure the waffle maker stays closed!

Storage & Reheating: Tofu waffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. To reheat them, bake them at 350°F for 5 to 10 minutes in the oven or 3 to 5 minutes in the air fryer.

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