If you're looking for unique waffle recipes that will wow your guests, then this Chunky Monkey Waffle Casserole will quickly become one of your new go-to recipes! Crispy waffles are topped with sliced banana, walnuts, chocolate chips & real maple syrup. It's the perfect easy recipe to throw together the next time you're hosting Mother's Day, Christmas Brunch or just because!
8-12wafflesfresh or frozen, enough to fill your baking dish
1cupalmond milkor milk of choice
½cupcoconut sugaror brown sugar
4-6largeeggsuse 4 eggs for a crispier texture, 6 for a softer texture
1tablespoonvanilla extract
1teaspoonground cinnamon
2mediumbananassliced into rounds
¼cupwalnuts
¼cupdark chocolate chipscan sub milk chocolate
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Instructions
Pre heat oven to 350F & grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Prepare the waffles. If you're making homemade waffles, follow recipe instructions and make 8-12 medium sized waffles. If using frozen waffles, allow them to thaw at room temperature first. Cut waffles into quarters & arrange one single layer in the baking dish. Add a few slices of banana, walnuts & chocolate chips tucked inside the waffle pieces, then add the next layer of waffle, repeating the process until all ingredients are layered in the dish.
Prepare the custard. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, coconut sugar, vanilla, cinnamon & salt. Pour over the waffles in the baking dish.
Bake. Bake the waffle casserole for 25-35 minutes until golden brown & the waffles on top are crisp.
Notes
Make Ahead Instructions
If you'd like to prepare this waffle breakfast casserole ahead of time, I recommend making or defrosting the waffles first, then cutting them and arranging them in the baking dish. Mix up the custard in a separate bowl, chop up your banana & store everything in airtight containers the fridge. I do not recommend pouring the custard over the waffles ahead of time as the waffles will become soggy. When you are ready to cook, simply pour the custard over top of the prepared waffles, add toppings & bake!
How To Store Waffle Casserole
If you happen to have leftovers, you may store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. I do not recommend freezing.