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Perfect Waffles from Scratch

These perfect waffles are light, fluffy, and packed with flavor, ensuring each bite is pure bliss.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1.75 cup Milk (2% or whole)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 2 large Eggs, separated

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Other Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon Light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

For Serving

  • Butter For serving
  • Maple syrup For serving

Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare Your Batter - Mix the milk and lemon juice (or vinegar) in a small bowl and let it sit for about 5 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and melted butter. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and the milk mixture, stirring until well combined.
  • Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Step 3: Whip Egg Whites - In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula.
  • Step 4: Preheat Your Waffle Iron - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it.
  • Step 5: Cook the Waffles - Pour about ½ cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Step 6: Serve and Enjoy! - Carefully remove the waffles and serve warm with butter and maple syrup.

Equipment

  • Waffle Iron
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer

Notes

For extra fluffiness, let your batter rest for about 10 minutes before cooking. You can also experiment with different types of milk for a dairy-free version.