Crispy Golden Waffles (Printable version)

Golden, airy waffles with crisp edges and tender centers, great for breakfast or brunch treats.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
07 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

09 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or berries

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron following the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; whisk until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined, allowing a few lumps to remain.
05 - Fold in mini chocolate chips or berries if using.
06 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with butter or nonstick spray.
07 - Pour approximately 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter onto the waffle iron, close lid, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
08 - Remove waffles carefully and serve immediately with preferred toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between a shatteringly crisp exterior and a cloud-soft interior is genuinely addictive.
  • Ready in 30 minutes from start to plate, so you can actually serve them hot without hours of prep work.
  • Simple enough for a weekday breakfast but impressive enough to serve at a lazy Sunday brunch.
02 -
  • Overmixing is the enemy—I once whisked for thirty seconds too long and ended up with dense, rubbery waffles that taught me restraint is a virtue in the kitchen.
  • Stacking hot waffles on a plate traps steam and turns them into soft, chewy disappointments; a wire rack or even a regular plate at an angle makes all the difference.
  • Cooling the melted butter before mixing prevents scrambled eggs, which is a subtle but crucial detail that separates good waffles from great ones.
03 -
  • Letting batter rest for five minutes after mixing allows the flour to fully hydrate, resulting in more tender waffles with better structure.
  • If your waffle iron has adjustable browning settings, start at medium-high; every iron is different, and you'll dial in your perfect golden-brown in two batches.

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