Belgian Waffles Recipe
This classic Belgian Waffles recipe delivers light, fluffy, and crispy waffles perfect for a delicious breakfast or brunch. Using separated eggs and whipped egg whites makes the waffles airy and tender. Serve them hot with maple syrup and fresh berries for a delightful treat.
- Author: reem
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 waffles 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Belgian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- Beat Egg Whites: In a separate medium bowl, use a hand-held electric mixer to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This will help add fluffiness to the waffles. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, whole milk, and melted butter using the electric mixer on the lowest setting until the mixture is lightly foamy.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Fold in Egg Whites: Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until just incorporated, retaining as much airiness as possible.
- Cook Waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray. Pour about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of batter onto the iron. Cook each waffle for 5 to 6 minutes or according to your waffle iron’s instructions until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Serve the waffles hot with maple syrup and fresh berries for a classic and delicious breakfast experience.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
- Beating egg whites separately and folding them in helps create an airy texture.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your waffle iron’s heat and thickness of batter.
- Use fresh toppings like berries, whipped cream, or nuts to add flavor and texture.
- Waffles can be kept warm in a low oven if cooking for a crowd.
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