Description
Delightful Belgian waffles from Joy of Cooking promise crisp golden edges and fluffy interiors. Warm maple syrup and fresh berries complete this classic breakfast experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) warm milk
- 2 eggs
Leavening and Sweetening Agents:
- 4 teaspoons (20 ml) baking powder
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) white sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
Flavor Enhancers:
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Collect all necessary ingredients and equipment for crafting delectable waffles.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the dry components: flour, salt, baking powder, and granulated sugar. Preheat the waffle iron to the desired temperature.
- In a separate mixing vessel, vigorously whisk the eggs until well-blended.
- Incorporate vanilla extract, melted butter (unsalted), and whole milk into the egg mixture, stirring until completely integrated.
- Gradually pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture, gently folding and stirring until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
- Allow the batter to rest for 2-3 minutes, which helps develop a more tender waffle texture.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Carefully ladle the batter into the preheated waffle iron, ensuring even distribution across the cooking surface.
- Close the waffle iron and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the exterior achieves a golden-brown, crispy appearance.
- Gently remove the waffle using a heat-resistant spatula, taking care not to tear the delicate surface.
- Repeat the cooking process with remaining batter, keeping prepared waffles warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F or 93°C) if serving multiple portions.
- Serve immediately with preferred toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Crispy edges develop when the waffle iron sizzles with the perfect golden-brown heat.
- Sweet variations emerge by introducing cinnamon, vanilla, or chocolate chips into the basic mix.
- Leftover waffles freeze beautifully when wrapped individually in plastic wrap or freezer bags.
- Buttermilk creates a tangy, tender crumb that elevates the entire waffle texture.
- Clean-up becomes effortless with a non-stick waffle iron sprayed lightly with cooking oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 193 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg