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!
Belgian Waffles
Because homemade waffles were a staple growing up, I’ve found that I’m pretty 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!
What’s the difference between Belgian waffles and 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.
Top your Belgian waffles with 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.
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.
Can I Freeze Belgian waffles?
Yes, these homemade waffles freeze really well! Allow them to cool completely, and then store them in a freezer-safe ziplock bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm in the microwave for 15 seconds, and then add to the toaster for 1-2 minutes, until crisp.
CONSIDER TRYING THESE 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.
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Have you tried this recipe?!
RATE and COMMENT below! I would love to hear your experience.
Jacqueline says
I finally found the perfect waffle recipe!!! OMG thank you so much for posting this! They are light and heavenly! I have spent many a weekend trying different recipes that I found online only to be disappointed time and time again, but my search is over!
Lauren Allen says
I’m so happy to hear it! Thanks for commenting!
Senta Rhodes says
There really were the best waffles I have ever made! Often times I think the one I’ve tried previously are too eggy, these were perfect!!!
Tiff says
Very light, fluffy, and crisp. My favorite recipe thus far.
Christine says
Delicious! Exceeded my expectations. Can these be made with gluten free flour? Thank you.
Jessica says
I just made a double batch with gluten-free flour, and they are great! For a single batch, use 1/4 cup less of flour.
Dana says
Good and easy to make , light and fluffy no sugar
Will definitely make these again 👍
Gerard says
Simple recipe. Delicious, light and fluffy!! Awesome recipe!!
connie says
This is my favorite recipe make it all the time always turns out perfect, even good when it is cold!!
Victoria Smith says
Fool proof.. I’ve tried several other waffle recipes online and these are THE BEST! I will be making these again and again:)
Sammi McSporran says
Hugely misjudged how many waffles this recipe would make. It states that it makes six, which I thought would be perfect. Didn’t pay much attention as I was putting it together, but there’s enough batter to last my family of 3 a whole week, so I’m hoping it’ll keep well in the fridge!
Ju Fletcher says
The waffles were delicious. I sliced a granny smith apple to go along with it. Also, I warmed the milk and added a teaspoon of rapid rise yeast and a teaspoon of vanilla. They were really good!