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Belgian Waffle Recipe
5 from 66 votes

Belgian Waffle Recipe

This Belgian Waffle Recipe uses a blend of all-purpose flour and cornstarch to create a light batter, leavened with baking powder and baking soda. The batter incorporates buttermilk and whipped egg whites for a tender interior and crisp waffle exterior. The waffles rest in a warm oven to maintain crispness and are served with butter and maple syrup or other toppings.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Belgian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups (213g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (70g) cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 6 Tbsp vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 egg whites and yolks separated, large
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees and preheat a Belgian waffle iron (or standard waffle iron). 
  2. In a mixing bowl whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda and salt for 20 seconds, make a well in center of mixture and set aside.
  3. In a separate mixing bowl whisk together buttermilk, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract and egg yolks until combined. 
  4. In a separate bowl, using an electric hand mixer set on high speed, whip egg whites** until soft peaks form. Add sugar and whip until medium-stiff glossy peaks form.
  5. While whisking, pour buttermilk mixture into well in flour mixture and mix just until combined (batter should be slightly lumpy). Fold in egg white mixture. 
  6. Cook batter in waffle iron according to manufactures directions. Once each waffle is done, transfer to warm oven and allow to rest to crisp further and keep warm. Serve warm with butter and maple syrup or other desired toppings.

Notes

  • For accurate flour and cornstarch measurement, use a kitchen scale in grams or use the scoop and level method with measuring cups.
  • Ensure the mixing bowl for whipping egg whites is clean and free of yolk to properly achieve stiff peaks.
  • Variations include serving with sweetened whipped cream, fresh berries, or fruit syrup.
  • To make churro waffles, brush the waffle surface with melted butter and coat with cinnamon sugar.