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waffles stacked on a cooling rack.

Waffles

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these homemade waffles come together quickly with simple pantry ingredients. The batter mixes up in minutes, cooks beautifully in a hot waffle iron, and delivers golden waffles that are lightly sweet and perfectly fluffy. Ideal for weekend breakfasts or make-ahead meals, these waffles freeze well and reheat crisp, making them a reliable go-to for busy mornings or relaxed brunches.

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5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 36 waffles
Calories 160 kcal

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Plug in the waffle iron to heat up.
  • In a large mixing bowl, heat the milk and butter until the butter is melted.
  • Allow to cool slightly before adding the remaining ingredients.
  • Mix in the eggs, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Add the flour and baking powder and stir until just combined, being careful to not overmix.
  • Using a 1/4 cup, spread the waffle batter onto the hot waffle iron, close the lid, and wait for the waffle to cook through.
  • Remove cooked waffles to a cooling rack and continue until all the waffles are cooked. Serve immediately with butter and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 2wafflesCalories: 160kcal
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