This light and fluffy Belgian Waffle recipe is so easy to make from scratch. Try adding fruit or other toppings and I think you will find that you will never need another waffle recipe!
Homemade waffles were a staple of my childhood and made me very picky about my waffles! For light, fluffy, Belgian waffles, this recipe is the best!
The special trick is to get the crisp on the outside, but light and soft in the center texture that we all love is to separate the egg yolks and whites, and to beat the egg whites! The beaten egg whites get folded into the batter at the end, and the result is absolutely amazing Belgian waffles!
Belgian Waffles vs Regular Waffles:
Belgian waffles are thicker and often larger than regular waffles because they are made with a waffle iron that has deeper grids. These deep pockets are perfect for holding delicious pools of syrup!
The Belgian waffle batter is also made a little differently than regular waffles, often with a leavening agent or egg whites (as used in this recipe) to make the batter light and fluffy. Different Belgian waffle pans cook square, rectangular, or round waffles.
How to Make Belgian Waffles:
In a small bowl mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
Separate the eggs, dividing the whites and yolks into two different large mixing bowls. Be careful not to get any yellow egg yolk in with the egg whites or they wont beat to stiff peaks properly. Use a hand mixer to beat the egg whites on high speed until they form stiff peaks.
Add milk and oil to the bowl with the egg yolks and mix to combine. Add the dry ingredients to this bowl and stir to combine.
Gently fold the egg whites into the batter, but don’t over-mix the batter.
Use a measuring cup to pour the batter onto your hot waffle iron.
Top them with my delicious homemade syrup, powdered sugar, and any kind of fruit, like bananas, or berries. You could even skip the syrup and add Nutella, jam or peanut butter.
Freezing Instructions:
Allow waffles to cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe ziplock bag for up to 3 months. Rewarm in the toaster or microwave.
More Breakfast Favorites:
- Classic French Toast
- German Pancakes
- Easy Homemade Egg Benedict
- Breakfast Quessadillas
- Egg and Sausage Breakfast Taquitos
- Pumpkin Waffles
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Belgian Waffles
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Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs , separated
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup oil (vegetable or canola oil)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Separate the egg yolks and whites into two different mixing bowls.
- Add the milk and oil to the bowl with the yolks. Stir in the dry ingredients.
- Beat the egg whites with a mixer until stiff peaks form. Then gently fold in the egg whites to the batter. Be careful not to overmix.
- Spoon batter into preheated waffle iron and cook according to waffle maker instructions.
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I originally shared this recipe September 2018. Updated June 2021.
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John says
They sound really good, just a fun fact though Belgian waffles are made with a yeast dough instead of regular waffles which are leavened with baking soda and baking powder. Thanks for the recipe though!
ana says
Great I cant wait to make this. I just need a waffle maker. Do you have any recommendations?
Tertia says
Super easy and comes out real light and crispy. Was very surprised to find that the batter kept well overnight in the fridge (had loads left over) and was even better the next day!
Mary and Wayne DeWitt says
I made these for dinner one night ,and they were delicious., I did add a little vanilla to the recipe. I will be making them more. I used my waffle iron and they came out great. Mary
Janice says
For a Sunday surprise for my husband this morning. Flavor wise…ok. However, it was limp and underwhelming. Was slightly crisp when I removed it from waffle machine but then immediately deflated. Made it exactly as instructed and I am a avid and serious baker and cook for 15 years now. Just wanted to try something else. Unfortunately, I will not make this again. Additionally, this recipe will feed 6 people….not two!
Camille Dumas says
Can you check that your leavener is still good? This is a very common form of waffle batter that is usually successful. I’d hate to see another recipe go flat because the ingredient isn’t behaving well!
Sarah Huang says
Great recipe, thank you! Waffles turned out light and fluffy! They are great on its own without syrup, but a tad more salt was needed for us. I add chocolate chips in the batter and they’re great as well!
Question: how long can I refrigerate the batter or is it just as good if I freeze the waffles for quick weekday breakfast?
Thanks a lot!
Lauren Allen says
I would freeze the cooked waffles!
Brendan says
Absolutely horrible. I was skeptical of a waffle recipe calling for this much oil. And I should have listened to my instincts. For this to actually taste good to someone they much be a 2 pack a day smoker.
Made with nothing but fresh ingredients tasted horrendous. Won’t make this again
Sunshine says
You can politely pass across your message without being rude
Brian says
Simple recipe and the waffles turned out great!
Maureen says
First off , these are NOT Belgian waffles!
Belgians don’t eat waffles for breakfast but as a dessert in the afternoon with whipped cream and fresh fruit or just with some powdered sugar.
Second, you NEVER use oil! but butter , and you are also missing the sugar in the batter
I cringe when people use the word Belgian waffles and then come up with this….
A concerned Belgian turned US citizen
Sara says
This is a great waffle batter recipe. It does not call for sugar, but you could add it if you’re looking for a traditional sweet waffle. This is a great basic recipe to adapt to your taste. We like ham and cheese added to ours, with or without syrup is delicious. Berries and bananas, vanilla or almond extract, cinnamon or whatever you like are all good additions. We also use gluten free flour and cashew milk for a gluten-free, milk-free waffle.