Introduction

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly made waffles in the morning. This best waffle recipe is simple, fluffy, and perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. With a balance of crispy edges and tender inside, it’s sure to please everyone at the table.

A stack of three thick, golden-brown waffles sits on a white plate atop a white marbled surface. Each waffle shows a crisp, grid pattern with fluffy interiors visible at the edges. On top, a square pat of pale yellow butter slowly melts, and golden syrup is being poured, flowing smoothly over the butter and pooling in the waffle pockets. The background is softly blurred, focusing all attention on the warm, inviting waffles. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If needed, grease the surface with butter to prevent sticking.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Set this dry mixture aside.
Step 3: In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Step 4: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep waffles fluffy.
Step 5: Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s directions until golden brown and crisp. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Tips & Variations

For extra crispiness, replace half of the milk with club soda or sparkling water.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for a warm, spiced flavor.
Try folding in fresh blueberries or chocolate chips to the batter before cooking for a delicious twist.

Storage

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, pop them in a toaster or oven until warm and crispy. You can also freeze waffles by placing them between sheets of parchment paper in a freezer bag for up to one month; simply reheat from frozen.

How to Serve

A stack of three golden brown waffles sits centered on a white plate, each waffle showing a crisp grid pattern with deep square pockets. The top waffle has two small square pats of melting butter placed side by side near the middle, with clear amber syrup drizzled over it, pooling slightly in some pockets. The plate rests on a soft textured light gray cloth, and a blurred cookbook is open in the background. The overall image looks bright and warm with a clean white marbled texture underneath. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter up to a day in advance and keep it refrigerated. Give it a gentle stir before using, but avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness.

What if I don’t have a waffle iron?

Unfortunately, this batter is specifically designed for waffles and may not work well in a frying pan. For a similar flavor, you might consider using the batter for pancakes instead, cooking on a griddle or skillet.