Description
These homemade buttermilk waffles feature a shatteringly crisp exterior and an incredibly fluffy, tender interior. Made with simple pantry staples, this foolproof recipe delivers a cozy, gourmet breakfast experience in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Large Eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups Buttermilk, full-fat preferred
- 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for about 30 seconds to ensure even distribution.
- In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold them together with a spatula or spoon until just moistened. Stop mixing immediately; the batter should remain lumpy to ensure fluffy waffles.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while you preheat your waffle iron.
- Preheat the waffle iron for 5-10 minutes until fully hot. Lightly grease the iron with non-stick cooking spray or oil.
- Pour 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the center of the hot iron. Close the lid and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the steam stops escaping and the waffles are golden brown.
- Transfer cooked waffles to a cooling rack placed on a baking sheet. Keep warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while cooking the remaining batches.
- Serve immediately with desired toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter; lumps are intentional and prevent tough waffles. Ensure your waffle iron is fully preheated for maximum crispiness. Do not stack hot waffles, as steam will make them soggy. If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large waffle
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
Keywords: buttermilk waffles, homemade waffles, crispy waffles, easy breakfast, weekend brunch, fluffy waffles, from scratch waffles