This Homemade Belgian Waffle Recipe is easy and makes delicious, authentic, Belgian waffles! These waffles are perfectly crisp and golden on the outside while being light and fluffy on the inside!
Waffles:
Waffles are a classic breakfast and brunch staple that have become so popular because of their amazing crispy golden exterior with deep pockets for holding syrup and butter! My family would have these waffles every single weekend, and in fact, sometimes I get up early on a weekday morning because I’m craving them! Everyone knows and loves getting waffles at their favorite breakfast restaurants, and they’re truly just as easy to make at home! Want more waffles all the time like we do? Try out these Blueberry Waffles they’re so easy!!
Belgian Waffle:
Belgian waffles are similar to classic waffles, except that they have deeper pockets due to being made in a Belgian Waffle Maker. Belgian waffles are also very light and airy inside. Traditionally this was due to them being made with yeast. Generally today they are made with baking powder, like in my recipe. In order to keep the waffles light, we beat the egg whites separately from the yolks, then, fold them into the batter at the end.
Because of the major texture difference, you cannot use pancake batter to make these waffles!
In the picture below you can see how simple it is to make your Belgian waffle batter. First, you will whisk together your dry ingredients.
Then, separate your egg whites from the yolks (example in the video right above our recipe card). Mix all of your wet ingredients except for the egg whites together and then combine them with the dry ingredients.
Beat your egg whites in their bowl until stiff peaks form. Then, use a spatula to fold the egg whites into the batter. It’s ok if the batter is a bit lumpy, don’t over stir.
What to Serve with Belgian Waffles:
We like to serve our Belgian waffles with powdered sugar, syrup, sliced fruit, and sometimes whipped cream for topping! These waffles make a hearty breakfast on their own, but, they are also great with savory sides like scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage, or your favorite bacon!
How to Reheat Belgian Waffles:
First, if you want to save some of these waffles for later I recommend only refrigerating them for a couple of days. Otherwise, you can freeze them in freezer safe bags for a few weeks.
You will want to reheat them in the oven instead of the microwave to keep them nice and crispy! I recommend placing them right on the oven rack at 250 degrees for about ten minutes.
Enjoy!
~Nichole
Homemade Belgian Waffle Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 Cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
- 3 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 Large Eggs Separated
- 1/2 Cup Vegetable Oil
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron, spray with non stick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a medium bowl beat the egg whites with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In a separate medium bowl mix together the egg yolks, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Add the egg yolk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Fold in the egg whites.
- Pour the batter onto your hot waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's directions**
- Serve immediately with butter, syrup, powdered sugar or any other favorite toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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This is my go to recipe for Belgian waffles! Everyone loves them. Fluffy, delicious and just the right amount of cinnamon. I have a double Belgian waffle maker and it’s amazing how fast you will have fresh waffles for everyone.
Fantastic recipe! Very easy to whip up for Sunday brunch.
Omg so good!! Fluffy inside and crispy outside.. 😍
Love 🧇 LOVE🧇LOVE🧇
With my new Crux 2-Belgian waffle maker, I wanted my waffles to taste like the hotel ones!!!
This recipe is BETTER!!
I’ve made them 2x. I was lazy and didn’t beat the egg whites,but I can see they’ll be even fluffier next time when I do!!
I’ve been making these waffles every Weekend for about a year now! One of the best recipes that I Love!!! Thank you!!! You help me make my family happy!!!
This is now my go-to waffle recipe. Separating the eggs and beating the egg whites with a handheld or stand mixer makes a huge difference and gives them the perfect texture (crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside).
Great recipe, but in my opinion it requires more cinnamon. (But I believe there is always room for more cinnamon.)
Fantastic texture and super easy to make.
Amazingly delicious. Very fluffy and tasty.
My niece had sleep over with a number of friends. I made these with the substitution of buttermilk for the milk. Everyone loved them. I had to make a second batch.
I just received a waffle iron for Christmas. I can’t believe I have never made waffles in my life. I have eaten many but never made them before. I always search out recipes with the most views and the highest ratings. This recipe had both views and high ratings. We christened our new waffle iron on New Year’s Eve and used this recipe. They turned out just perfect. That always makes you feel good when you try a new recipe and it turns out on the very first time. Keep going salty marshmallow. Love this one and will have to try more of your recipes. Thanks