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Buttermilk Waffle Recipe

Make incredible homemade buttermilk waffles with this simple recipe. Crispy exterior, tender inside, and absolutely delicious!
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American/Belgian-inspired
Keyword: Buttermilk Waffle
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 285kcal
Cost: $8-10

Equipment

  • Waffle iron (Belgian-style recommended for deeper pockets)
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

For the Waffle Batter:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups real buttermilk, well-shaken
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparing the Waffle Batter

  • Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined - some small lumps are okay. Avoid overmixing as this can make your waffles tough.

Cooking the Waffles

  • Lightly coat the waffle iron with cooking spray if recommended by manufacturer.
  • Pour appropriate amount of batter onto the heated waffle iron (usually about ¾ cup, but this varies by waffle maker).
  • Close lid and cook until the steam stops and waffles are golden brown (approximately 3-5 minutes).
  • Remove carefully using a fork or tongs to avoid scratching the waffle iron surface.

Notes

  • Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to allow the flour to hydrate properly
  • Don't open the waffle iron too early - wait until the steam significantly reduces
  • Keep finished waffles warm in a 200°F oven on a wire rack while making the remaining batch
  • For extra-crispy waffles, reduce the sugar slightly and increase the melted butter by 2 tablespoons

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 390mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 2mg