Description
Delectable homemade waffles bring golden crispy edges and fluffy interiors straight from classic American breakfast traditions. Belgian-style techniques and simple ingredients combine for a morning classic that will delight breakfast enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Flavor Enhancer:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Heat waffle iron to recommended temperature, typically between 375-400°F.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel, ensuring even distribution of flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk eggs in a separate container until smooth and frothy.
- Incorporate milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the whisked eggs, blending thoroughly.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry mixture, stirring minimally to prevent tough texture – small lumps are acceptable.
- Lightly coat waffle iron griddles with cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Pour batter into center of preheated waffle iron, allowing it to spread naturally without overfilling.
- Close lid and cook for 3-4 minutes or until waffle develops a crisp, golden-brown exterior with consistent coloration.
- Carefully remove waffle using a heat-resistant utensil, avoiding damage to the delicate surface.
- Plate immediately and garnish with preferred toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Select high-quality flour for the best texture and flavor in your waffles.
- Separate egg whites and beat them until stiff peaks form for extra fluffy waffles with incredible lightness.
- Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to allow flour to hydrate and create a more tender waffle.
- Experiment with alternative flours like whole wheat or gluten-free blends for dietary variations without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 309 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 302 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1.3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 46 mg