The Best Waffle Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to making good waffles? ›

Belgian waffles are usually thicker than their American counterparts. These Belgian beauties are made with a recipe that includes yeasted batter and crunchy pearl sugar. Belgian waffles have extra-deep pockets—the better for filling with butter, jam, maple syrup, or whipped cream.

Egg: Adds tenderness and provides structure. See our tips in the recipe for making even lighter, fluffier waffles by whipping the egg white (totally optional).

Recommended overnight or 2 hr resting – for the tastiest waffles, rest the batter overnight in the fridge or for at least 2 hours. This makes the flour grains absorb the liquid so it makes the inside of the waffles softer.

Richards says butter will actually give you a more crisp end product, since the natural sugars in the butter will aid in caramelization. That said, they both agree that a waffle made with melted butter will taste better and any minimal sacrifice to the un-crisp gods is worth opting for dairy.

An undeniable element of technique is involved in the flipping, timing, and surgical extraction of delicate waffles from the teeth of the iron. It also takes an experienced hand to not cram too much batter into the iron or underfill and end up with a thin, lackluster puck.

The pearl sugar is key to their slight crunch, while the yeast and egg whites contribute to their wonderfully fluffy texture (noticeably less dense than their American counterparts). The term “Belgian waffle” also encompasses several different varieties of this European treat.

Kellogg's® Eggo^® Buttery Maple Belgian Style Street Waffles are inspired by classic street food from Liege, Belgium.

Grease the maker before you pour the batter the first time.

Yes, the waffle iron is nonstick, but you still should hit those plates with either cooking spray, or brush on some neutral oil. I don't recommend butter since it can actually make the waffles stick.

Why do you turn a waffle maker? ›

Their process of operation works as follows: When you pour the batter onto the waffle maker, it starts to spread and cook on the bottom plates. Then you have to flip the machine over allowing direct contact so that the batter pours onto the top plates. This ensures both sides of the waffle brown evenly and cook faster.

Cook time depends upon your waffle maker and how much batter you use. A waffle maker tends to take about 4–6 minutes to fully cook a waffle. Make sure you check your manual for specific information.

Grease the Waffle Iron With Cooking Spray

If you're looking for how to make crispy waffles in a waffle maker, try using cooking spray instead. Cooking spray won't burn as rapidly as butter, and will help achieve that satisfyingly crisp outside you crave.

Generally you can switch oil for melted butter in a waffle recipe. This gives a slightly richer waffle, erring towards a Belgian-style waffle.

Structure: This is especially true of egg whites, as (once again) the protein helps "set" the dough or batter as it finishes baking. Flavor: Of course, eggs do contain fat, and fat makes baked goods taste better.