Golden Crisp Tender Waffles (Print Version)

Golden crisp waffles with tender centers, ideal for breakfast. Easy 35-minute preparation.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1¾ cups whole milk
07 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix as a few lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
06 - Pour enough batter into the waffle iron to just cover the grid. Close the lid and cook until golden and crisp, approximately 3–5 minutes depending on your waffle iron.
07 - Remove the cooked waffle and repeat the process with remaining batter until all waffles are prepared.
08 - Serve warm with your choice of toppings: fresh fruit, maple syrup, whipped cream, or melted chocolate.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • These waffles strike that perfect balance between crispy exterior and tender interior that restaurant waffles achieve
  • The batter comes together in minutes but tastes like you spent much longer on them
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  • Overmixing develops gluten and makes waffles tough, so stop as soon as flour disappears
  • Letting melted butter cool slightly prevents it from cooking the eggs when you mix them together
03 -
  • Separate your eggs and whip the whites before folding them in for incredibly fluffy waffles
  • Add a tablespoon of melted butter directly to your waffle iron between batches for extra flavor
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