Homemade Waffles
Ingredients
12
servings
- 2 cups flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 3/4 cup milk
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Combine all ingredients and let stand at least 5 minutes. This allows the baking powder to activate and creates fluffier waffles.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Pour batter onto the heated waffle iron (amount will vary by waffle iron size, typically 1/2 to 3/4 cup per waffle) and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes per waffle depending on your iron.
- Serve immediately, or cool completely on a wire rack and freeze in a single layer. Once frozen, transfer to freezer bags for storage up to 3 months. Reheat in toaster or oven.
Common Problems and Solutions
Q: Why are my waffles sticking to the waffle iron?
A: Make sure your waffle iron is fully preheated and properly greased (or use a non-stick iron). Don't open the waffle iron too early - wait until steam stops coming out, which indicates the waffle is done and will release easily.
Q: Can I make the batter the night before?
A: Yes, you can refrigerate the batter overnight. It may thicken, so thin with a tablespoon or two of milk before cooking. The waffles may be slightly less fluffy than fresh batter, but still delicious.
Tips and Techniques
For extra crispy waffles, let them cool on a wire rack instead of stacking them, which traps steam and makes them soggy. The melted butter makes these richer than oil-based waffles.
Ingredient Substitutions
- butter: vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- milk: buttermilk
Equipment Needed
- waffle iron
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- measuring cups and spoons
- wire cooling rack (for freezing)
