Easy Homemade Waffles Recipe
Introduction
These easy homemade waffles are light, fluffy, and perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. Made with simple ingredients, they come together quickly and taste delicious with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 Egg
- 30 gram Brown Sugar
- 80 milliliter Milk
- 100 gram Cake Flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 40 gram Unsalted Butter
- Maple Syrup to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Beat the egg using an electric mixer, then add the brown sugar. Continue beating until the mixture is white and fluffy.
- Step 2: Add the milk and mix well to combine.
- Step 3: Stir in the cake flour and baking powder until just incorporated.
- Step 4: Pour in the unsalted butter and gently stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Step 5: Preheat your waffle maker, then pour in the batter. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Step 6: Serve your waffles plain or topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or any favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- For extra crispiness, increase the butter slightly or add a small amount of cornstarch to the flour.
- Try adding vanilla extract or cinnamon for a flavor boost.
- Use whole milk or buttermilk to make the waffles richer.
- Add fresh berries or chocolate chips to the batter before cooking for variety.
Storage
Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, toast them in a toaster or oven until warm and crispy. For longer storage, freeze waffles in a single layer, then thaw and reheat when needed.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the batter in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Give it a gentle stir before cooking.
What can I use instead of cake flour?
If you don’t have cake flour, you can substitute with all-purpose flour by removing 2 tablespoons of flour and replacing it with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch for every cup used.
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Easy Homemade Waffles Recipe
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 2 waffles 1x
Description
This recipe for Easy Homemade Waffles offers a quick and delicious way to make fluffy, golden waffles from scratch using simple ingredients. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, these waffles are light, slightly sweet, and can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite toppings like maple syrup.
Ingredients
Waffle Batter
- 1 Egg
- 30 gram Brown Sugar
- 80 milliliter Milk
- 100 gram Cake Flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 40 gram Unsalted Butter
To Serve
- Maple Syrup, to taste
Instructions
- Beat the Egg and Sugar: Beat the egg using an electric mixer, then gradually add the brown sugar (30 grams). Continue beating until the mixture becomes white and fluffy, which will help incorporate air for lighter waffles.
- Add Milk: Pour in the milk (80 milliliters) and mix well to combine all the wet ingredients evenly.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Stir in the cake flour (100 grams) and baking powder (1 1/4 teaspoons) into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing and tough waffles.
- Add Butter: Pour in the melted unsalted butter (40 grams) and gently stir until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Preheat Waffle Maker and Cook: Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Pour the batter into the waffle maker and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve: Remove waffles carefully and serve warm with maple syrup to taste, or add your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or nuts. Enjoy your homemade waffles!
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter once flour is added to keep waffles tender.
- Preheat the waffle maker thoroughly to ensure even cooking and crisp texture.
- You can substitute cake flour with all-purpose flour for a slightly different texture.
- Feel free to customize toppings like berries, nuts, or chocolate chips to enhance your waffles.
- Leftover waffles can be stored in the fridge and reheated in a toaster for crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy homemade waffles, waffle recipe, breakfast waffles, fluffy waffles, quick waffles
