Belgian Waffles

4.71 from 55 votes

Delicious Belgian Waffles with a crispy exterior and light fluffy interior. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch, you'll be piling your waffles high with toppings in no time!

Prep Time15

Cook Time15

Total Time30

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine: Belgian

Keyword: belgian waffles, waffle recipe, waffles

Servings:

Calories: 307kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Cuisinart Flip Belgian Waffle Maker - Stainless Steel

Ingredients

1¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs whites separated from yolks
½ cup butter unsalted, melted
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your waffle iron, spray with non stick cooking spray and set aside.
To a large bowl add the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, sugar, salt and whisk until combined.
In another bowl, add the egg whites and beat them with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Add the egg yolks, melted butter, milk and vanilla extract to the bowl with the flour mix and mix until well combined. Fold in the egg whites with a spatula.
Pour the batter onto your hot waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's directions.
Serve immediately with maple syrup, berries and whipped cream.

Notes

Place leftover waffles in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
If you want your Belgian waffles to last longer, let them cool completely, then place each waffle between a layer of parchment paper. Place the stack of waffles in freezer bags and squeeze out as much air as possible! Place them in the freezer and store for 3 to 4 months.
Waffle Iron Variations: Belgian waffle makers are ideal for this recipe, but you can use a standard waffle iron too. Just keep in mind that the texture and size of the waffles will vary.
Dairy-Free Alternative: If you need a dairy-free option, you can substitute the milk with almond milk and use a dairy-free butter alternative.
Egg-Free Option: For an egg-free version, you can try using a commercial egg replacer. However, this may slightly alter the texture of the waffles.
Gluten-Free Adaptation: You can make these waffles gluten-free by using a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. Make sure to check if your baking powder and other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

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