Fluffy Belgian Waffles Recipe

Belgian waffles recipe showing golden crispy homemade waffles stacked on white plate topped with fresh strawberries, butter pat, and dusted with powdered sugar drizzled with maple syrup for easy breakfast

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These crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside Belgian waffles turn any morning into a celebration. With deep pockets perfect for syrup and butter, they're restaurant-quality breakfast made right at home with simple ingredients you already have.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Preheating Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings:6 waffles

Course:Breakfast, Brunch, Special Occasion, Weekend Breakfast

Cuisine:American, Belgian, Comfort Food, European

Calories:285kcal

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour Creates the structure
2 tablespoons granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps browning
2 teaspoons baking powder Main leavening agent
½ teaspoon baking soda Extra lift and crispiness
½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
2 cups buttermilk Makes them fluffy (or use milk + vinegar)
2 large eggs Binds ingredients and adds richness
⅓ cup vegetable oil Or melted butter for richer flavor
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warm flavor
Cooking spray For greasing waffle maker
Butter For serving
Maple syrup For serving
optional Fresh berries Strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
optional Whipped cream For topping

Equipment

1 Belgian waffle maker For making deep-pocket waffles
2 Large mixing bowls One for wet ingredients, one for dry
1 Whisk To mix ingredients smoothly
1 Measuring cups and spoons For accurate ingredient measurements
1 Baking sheet To keep waffles warm in oven while cooking batches

Method

Turn on Belgian waffle maker to preheat completely for 5-10 minutes. A fully heated waffle maker ensures crispy waffles that won't stick.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined with no lumps.
In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Some small lumps are okay, don't overmix or waffles will be tough.
Spray preheated waffle maker with cooking spray. Pour ¾ to 1 cup batter onto center of waffle iron (amount depends on your waffle maker size).
Close lid and cook without opening for 4-5 minutes until waffle is golden brown and crispy. Wait until steam stops before checking.
Transfer cooked waffles to baking sheet in 200°F oven to keep warm while cooking remaining batches.
Serve hot with butter, maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy immediately for best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 120gCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 1.8mg

Notes

The magic of perfect Belgian waffles is in the contrast - that crispy golden exterior giving way to a cloud-like, fluffy center. Don't rush the preheating, and resist opening that waffle maker too early. Your patience will be rewarded with the crispiest, most golden waffles that hold syrup in every perfect pocket.