Name: Basic Waffle Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 150 grams butter (soft); 100 grams sugar; 4 eggs (medium); 250 grams all-purpose flour; 50 grams cornstarch (alternatively increase flour quantity to 300g); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 pinch salt; 300 milliliters milk (coarse)

This easy waffle recipe is an absolute classic. And with my tips & tricks, the heart waffles are guaranteed to succeed!

In the mood for grandma's waffles? This basic recipe is an absolute classic. You want to know how to make your waffles perfect next time? Then read on!

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Every family needs a good basic waffle recipe. Because waffles are easy to make any time and are a great competition to pancakes and other desserts. With this classic waffle recipe, you'll be all set for the future. And my tips and tricks will help you creating delicious waffles just like grandma used to make them!

Ingredients

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After all, waffle batter is nothing more than cake mix. After all, what do they consist of? First and foremost, of basic baking ingredients that you always have at home: Butter, sugar, eggs and flour. You can modify the basic waffle recipe like cake batter by adding cinnamon or cocoa, lemon zest or vanilla pulp, mocha or coconut flakes. And serving the finished hearts with delicious toppings. There are, of course, many different alternatives. But often, it should be the real classic without experiments. The classic one, i show you in this post. My basic waffle recipe is easy and delicious. So preheat the iron already! It can start right away.

How to make the Simple and Classic Waffles

Let's get started! First of all, beat the softened butter with the sugar until fluffy, add the eggs one by one and stir in carefully each time. Now, mix flour with cornstarch, baking powder and salt. Stir in alternately with the milk. Use as much milk as necessary until the dough falls from the spoon with difficulty - like a normal cake batter.

Then, it's time to heat the waffle iron and grease it if necessary. Put about three tablespoons of dough in the center of each, close and bake until golden brown. The waffles are best eaten fresh or kept warm in the oven for a short time, at about 175°F/80°C.

Top Tip

Whether for a cozy brunch, children's birthday party, lunch or coffee get-together, the following basic waffle recipe is a faithful companion 😉 . You want to get started right now? Then read through my tips quickly beforehand. They apply, of course, to all recipes on my page. Whether the healthy or spicy alternatives - or just grandma's waffle recipe.

How do waffles get crispy?

Several factors can make waffles crispy. Some swear by using only carbonated mineral water for the dough, not dairy products. A sufficient amount of fat or butter in the dough is also essential. As a tendency, Belgian waffles are always crispier than heart waffles. Last but not least, you should not stack them, but best serve side by side.

How do you make waffles fluffy?

If you want them to be rather moist and fluffy, you should use eggs and/or baking powder for the dough. Fruit jam in the waffles also results in a relatively soft consistency.

Which fat do you use for the waffle iron?

I advise you to use separating spray, neutral oil such as sunflower oil, canola oil, butter or clarified butter.

How long does a waffle take in the waffle iron?

Of course, it depends on the specific waffle recipe and the setting of your device. A rough guide is 2-4 minutes. And here's how to tell when waffles are done: If less steam comes out of the waffle iron, that's already a good sign. Some irons also turn off or turn green.

When do waffles stick to the waffle iron?

For example, if they are not ready, the dough is too low in fat or the waffle iron has not been greased sufficiently.

Can you make waffles without a waffle iron?

Sure, you can also bake waffle batter in a pan. The result is then just not authentic waffles more 😉 . Some people also make waffles in the sandwich toaster.

How do you store waffles?

If you will eat them soon, it is best to keep them warm at the lowest temperature in the oven. You can also make waffles in advance, for example, store them in a tin in the refrigerator for a few days. Freezing waffles is also a good option.

Can waffles be reheated in the microwave or in the toaster?

Both are possible. In the microwave individually for about 20-30 seconds. However, the result is no longer crispy. Different in the toaster.

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Basic Waffle Recipe

Easy waffle batter recipe that the whole family will enjoy. The sweet waffles will be fluffy and crispy at the same time. Taste with fruits, cream, applesauce and co.

Prep Time10 mins

Baking Time5 mins

Servings: waffles

Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

150 grams (¾ cup) butter, soft
100 grams (½ cup) sugar
4 eggs, medium
250 grams (2 cups) all-purpose flour
50 grams (⅖ cup) cornstarch, alternatively increase flour quantity to 300g
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
300 milliliters (1 ⅓ cups) milk, coarse

Instructions

Beat the softened butter with the sugar until fluffy, add the eggs one by one and stir in carefully each time.
Mix flour with cornstarch, baking powder and salt. Stir in alternately with the milk. Use as much milk as necessary until the dough falls from the spoon with difficulty - like a normal cake batter.
Heat the waffle iron and grease it if necessary. Put about 3 tablespoons of dough in the center of each, close and bake until golden brown. The waffles are best eaten fresh or kept warm in the oven for a short time (at about 175°F/80°C).

Ingredient substitutions

Do you want to replace some ingredients? Here you find tips for baking ingredient substitutions!

This easy waffle recipe is an absolute classic. And with my tips & tricks, the heart waffles are guaranteed to succeed!

Variations

Since the sweet waffle recipe is so "basic", you can feel free to go crazy with the garnishes and toppings 😉 . For example, serving them with whipped cream, in addition perhaps chocolate sauce and chocolate shavings, alternatively my homemade Nutella, or even a good portion of caramel cream or custard. Of course, the combo with ice cream is not to be underestimated… If you like it fresher and lighter, you can serve cherries, fruit compote or red fruit jelly with the classic waffles.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Basic Waffle Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250 Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 7g44%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 84mg28%

Sodium 126mg5%

Potassium 147mg4%

Carbohydrates 30g10%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 10g11%

Protein 5g10%

Vitamin A 432IU9%

Calcium 72mg7%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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