Description
Classic Belgian waffles with a light, crispy exterior and fluffy interior. Made from a simple batter of flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla, these waffles are perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch. Serve with maple syrup or your favorite toppings for a delightful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup melted butter (or oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron so it is hot and ready to cook the batter evenly, ensuring a crispy exterior.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined to create the waffle base.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Don’t worry if the melted butter forms small chunks; just mix it evenly throughout.
- Make the batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- Cook waffles: Grease the waffle iron lightly with oil, butter, or cooking spray. Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron (amount varies by iron size), then close and cook until the waffles turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove waffles carefully and serve immediately with maple syrup or your preferred toppings. Repeat cooking with the remaining batter.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough waffles.
- Adjust the amount of batter per waffle based on your waffle iron size.
- If butter solidifies in the wet mix, it’s okay as long as it’s evenly distributed.
- Use fresh baking powder for best results to help waffles rise perfectly.
- Serve waffles immediately for best texture or keep warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
