Description
Classic Waffles: A Family Favorite is a simple and delightful breakfast recipe featuring golden, crispy waffles made from a batter of all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Perfect for a weekend morning, these waffles are cooked in a waffle iron to achieve a light and fluffy texture with a slightly crisp exterior, ideal for topping with syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Others
- Nonstick spray or oil for waffle iron
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to get your waffle iron ready for cooking, ensuring it reaches the proper temperature for crispy waffles.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined evenly.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir to combine well.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps in the batter are normal and help keep waffles tender.
- Grease the waffle iron: Lightly spray or oil the waffle iron surface to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the waffles after cooking.
- Cook the waffles: Pour the batter onto the center of the waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. The exact time will depend on your waffle maker’s settings.
- Serve warm: Remove the waffles carefully and serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream for a delightful breakfast experience.
Notes
- For a heartier waffle, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- To achieve extra fluffy waffles, separate the egg whites and beat them until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American