These Fluffy Belgian Waffles are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and so easy to make. Just a few ingredients is all it takes to whip up these golden waffles, all with ingredients you have in your kitchen!
1. Fluffy Belgian Waffles Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups milk, (I used 2%)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, (or vanilla extract)
Equipment
- Belgian Waffle Maker
- Mixing Bowl Set
Instructions
Preheat waffle iron. Spray with non-stick cooking spray right before pouring batter inside.
In a large bowl, combine flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Use the back of a spoon to create a well in the center. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Add in butter and vanilla bean paste/extract and whisk to combine.
Pour wet ingredients into the well of the flour mixture and whisk until blended. Be careful not to overmix, as the batter should be lumpy.
Scoop the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook until waffles are golden brown and slightly crispy. Repeat with rest of batter. Serve immediately or refrigerate or freeze until ready to serve.
Notes
- Leftover waffles will keep in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- To reheat: While a microwave will work for reheating, you will lose some of that crispy texture. To keep your waffles crisp, reheat in a 300℉ oven until waffles are warmed.
- To freeze: store leftover waffles in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to three months. When ready to eat, let thaw completely in the refrigerator.
- I like to use this vanilla bean paste in all of my recipes that call for vanilla extract. The paste gives it a stronger vanilla flavor, without causing the mix to become watered down.
Some Toppings You Can Serve With Belgian Waffle
I like to serve my fluffy waffles with some butter and a good drizzling of pure maple syrup, along with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
To take your homemade Belgian waffles up a notch, here are additional waffle topping ideas to try:
- A serving of fruit on top makes a delicious addition! Blueberries, bananas and strawberries are my favorite fruits to use on this Belgian waffle recipe.
- Blueberry sauce can be made in advance and spooned over fresh waffles.
- Strawberry sauce is another great waffle topping idea.
- Honey almond butter is perfect for smearing onto a waffle if you want to eat it on the go.
- Slow cooker pumpkin butter instantly transforms these waffles into a delicious fall breakfast!
One bite and you’ll fall in love with the crispy texture, soft inside, and delicious taste of these easy Belgian waffles.
Perfect to make ahead of time for busy weekends or to enjoy on the weekends, this best Belgian waffle recipe will become a favorite over and over again!
