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Classic Buttermilk Waffles

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 4 large waffles
Calories: 402 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups buttermilk (see note)
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted and cooled to room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (see note)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. In a medium-sized bowl, beat together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla. In another bowl whisk together the dry ingredients; combine the wet and dry ingredients just until smooth.
  2. For an 8-inch round waffle iron, use about 1/3 cup batter (adjust according to waffle iron size). Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the iron stops steaming.
  3. If making cheese waffles, pour 1/3 cup batter on waffle iron and sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese over batter before closing iron.

Notes

  • Buttermilk: here is a guide for making your own buttermilk. 
  • Flour: I often usually use at least half but sometimes 100% whole wheat flour (finely ground white wheat) for these and they are fantastic.
  • Butter: also, the old version of the recipe called for 8 tablespoons butter but for the last year I've made it with just 4 tablespoons and they are still tender and delicious.
  • UPDATE: I've updated the flour amount in this recipe to better reflect how I make them (using the weight measure as a guide). The original amount was 1 3/4 cups but I tend to measure 1 1/2 cups to equal the 7.25 ounces.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Waflle Calories 402kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Cholesterol 135mg (45%) Sodium 1314mg (55%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4large waffles

Amount Per Serving

Calories 402

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Waflle
Calories 402kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 135mg 45%
Sodium 1314mg 55%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 12g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.