This is the best Waffle Recipe! It makes easy waffles that are light and fluffy. Serve with maple syrup or with your favorite fruit and jam.
If you love this waffle recipe, make sure you check out my other breakfast recipes, including one of my favorite muffin recipes.
The Best Waffle Recipe
When it comes to breakfast, we are a house divided. My daughter and one of my sons are pancake lovers, while my husband and my other son are team waffles. I don’t complain, because I really do love both of them.
Whether waffles or pancakes, though, we all have a deep love of breakfast. So really, there are no complaints when I make this waffle recipe for breakfast.
This is one of those recipes that I have made countless times. As much as we love a fancy flavored waffle, we always go back to this basic waffle recipe. It’s been made so many times for a reason – it really is the best!
Ingredients
Flour: I use all-purpose flour.
Baking Powder: This makes the waffles nice and fluffy.
Sugar: The sugar is optional – just depends on if you like a sweeter waffle.
Salt: The salt balances and brings out the flavors.
Milk: I usually use 2%.
Vegetable Oil: You can use another neutral oil if there is one that you like better.
Eggs: The trick is to separate the eggs, so make sure you keep the whites in a separate bowl.
How to Make Waffles
This recipe is so easy that I have it memorized now. And while it may take a step or two more than just using a mix, the flavor and texture are totally worth it! Here’s how you make them:
DRY: Start by whisking together your dry ingredients.
WET: In another bowl or measuring cup, mix together the wet ingredients except for the egg whites.
POUR: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
MIX: Mix the two together, just until barely moistened. Do not overmix.
BEAT: Beat the reserved egg whites until they are stiff. Add about 1/4 of the egg whites to the batter and mix to combined.
FOLD: Add the remaining egg whites and gently fold them in, just until no more white remains. Again, do not overmix!
POUR: Pour the batter onto your waffle maker.
BAKE: Bake according to the directions for your waffle maker. All waffle makers are a little bit different, so cook times will vary.
Waffle Recipe Video
If you are a visual person, here is a quick video showing you how to make this waffle recipe.
Tips and Tricks
- As much as I hate to say this, the waffle maker will make a difference. I’ve probably been through dozens of waffle makers, and many don’t cook hot enough to crisp up the outside, leaving you with limp, soggy waffles. So if you are having lots of problems with your waffles, you may want to try a new waffle maker. The waffle maker I use is no longer in production, but it is similar to this waffle maker. If you don’t love your waffle maker, ask around and try a new one – it might make all the difference.
- I like to use a deep waffle maker, often called Belgian Waffle Makers. I like that you get the crisp exterior and a tender, fluffy interior.
- I hate doing extra dishes, so I just use a large liquid measuring cup to not only measure, but also to mix the wet ingredients.
- I don’t always add sugar, especially when we are just eating these with syrup, which is already sweet. But for grab and go, I like the little bit of added sweetness.
- You can totally skip the separated eggs, but you won’t have a waffle that is as light or fluffy. But they are still delicious. I think the extra few minutes are totally worth it, though!
- Unless I’m in a hurry, I usually don’t start preheating the waffle maker until my batter is ready because I like to let it sit for a bit before using it. It gives the batter some time for the baking powder to activate and make the waffles nice and fluffy.
- I use regular 2% milk. If you have buttermilk, you can definitely use it, and you will get great results. But I love this recipe because it only uses ingredients I always have on hand.
- Add some vanilla extract (anywhere between a teaspoon and a tablespoon) for even more flavor.
Ideas for Waffle Toppings:
We usually just use powdered sugar or maple syrup, but here are some other waffle topping ideas!
- Whipped Cream
- Berries
- Sliced Peaches
- Strawberry Syrup
- Homemade Buttermilk Syrup
- Chocolate Sauce
- Caramel Sauce
- Caramel Apple Syrup
- Nutella or Biscoff Spread
- Peanut Butter
Reheating and Freezing Waffles
These waffles are super easy to reheat and freeze. In fact, I like to make a double batch and save some for later in the week or freeze for another day.
Storing Leftover Waffles
Leftover waffles can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Make sure they are covered. I like to use a ziplock bag or a glass dish with a lid.
Freezing Leftover Waffles
Once the waffles are cool, I like to place the waffles on a baking sheet in a single layer and place in the freezer. Let them freeze for 30-60 minutes, then you can take them and stack them in a freezer safe container or freezer bag.
Reheating Waffles
When you are ready to use the waffles, we simply put them in the toaster (if you have a toaster that will fit them) or place them in the oven just until they are thawed and crisped back up. You’ll want to cook them at around 250ºF for 10-15 minutes, depending on if they are frozen or not. I do not recommend reheating these in the microwave.
More Waffle Recipes
Liege Waffles
Belgian Waffle Recipe
Banana Waffles
Blueberry Waffles
Chocolate Waffles
Red Velvet Waffles
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Waffle Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs, separated
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
- In a small bowl (or I use a large liquid measuring cup) combine the milk, oil and egg yolks. Beat to break up the yolks and combine.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the center of the dry ingredients. Stir just until moistened – the batter will still be lumpy.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites until they have stiff peaks.
- Add about 1/3 of the stiff egg whites to the waffle batter and stir in in to combine and lighten the batter. Add the remaining egg whites and gently fold until no white streaks appear.
- Heat a waffle maker to high.
- Cook the waffles according to the directions on your waffle maker.
Jonathan says
I wanted to make my toddler a quick waffle. When I got to the part about beating the whites separately to stiff peaks, I was like, “This lady is doing too much.” But I moved past my annoyance and did it anyway. In the end, I was like, “😭 She was riiiight. These are amazinggg!”
Deborah says
Haha – I’m glad you trusted. And I’m glad they were a hit!
Jam says
Ran out of waffle mix that’s in the box so this Sunday I wanted to make my family some waffles from scratch. This is absolutely so good and soft I will forever keep this recipe ❤️. I wish I would’ve made it this Christmas lol but thank you.
Deborah says
Thanks so much for your review – I’m so glad you loved the recipe!
Lea H says
Worst recipe ever used in my life. Waffles had no taste. Need better flavor options. We tried adding chocolate chips and blueberries and more sugar and vanilla. Ugh! This site is here as click bate to get folks to click on ads.
Bethy says
love this recipe so much its the only one I use.
Deborah says
I’m so glad you love it!
S Wallace says
Your receipe shows 2 eggs in a picture but states 4 eggs separated???
Deborah says
Hi – the recipe calls for 2 eggs. The yolks will go in with the wet ingredients and the whites will be whipped and added at the end. If you hit the 2x button it will show 4 eggs, but the 1x recipe shows 2 eggs.
Shannon says
Yay! Finally a waffle recipe that delivers on the crunchy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside! These were delicious! Definitely a keeper!
Deborah says
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Shannon!
Leslie says
We love this recipe it’s easy and simple and we don’t mind the “blandness” that some complain about as we always add toppings with lots of flavour.. and this way it allows for them to go with sweet and savoury toppings. It’s a staple here!!
Deborah says
Thanks, Leslie – we like to add on the toppings, as well! I”m so glad you enjoy the recipe.
Marlaine Dennehy says
Doreen says
Great recipe added a little vanilla came out great.
Barry Egenes says
Bland, dry and disappointing. There are many recipes available on line that come out much better.
Deborah says
Sorry you didn’t love them. Hopefully you can find a recipe that you love.
Armand says
I have made this multiple times. The best waffle recipe EVER!!!!!😃
Armand says
I love this recipe! We have made it several times and every time it’s perfect!! Huge thank you:)
Patricia Self says
I love the simplicity of this recipe. I saved another one for a classic waffle. I was given a Belgian waffle iron but I always loved the smaller, crispy buttery waffle of my youth. I’ll be trying both recipes to see what I prefer. Thanks for posting your recipe.