Grandma's Buttermilk Waffles
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Grandma's Buttermilk Waffles
Description
This buttermilk waffle recipe features 2 cups of flour combined with baking powder, baking soda, and salt, balanced by wet ingredients including buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and sugar. The batter is prepared by mixing dry and wet components separately, then gently combining them to keep a light texture. Cooking in a preheated waffle iron until steam ceases produces waffles with a golden brown exterior and soft interior.
The buttermilk contributes a mild tang that complements the sweetness, offering a traditional waffle flavor and tender crumb. The cooking spray or buttering step before pouring batter helps achieve nonstick, crispy edges. These waffles serve well as a morning meal with various toppings, from maple syrup to nut butters or preserves.
Additional mix-ins like fresh blueberries, shredded coconut, or mini chocolate chips can be incorporated to vary texture and flavor. The recipe yields about four Belgian-style waffles, making them suitable for small family breakfasts or brunches.
It’s recommended to spray the waffle iron before each batch to prevent sticking and ensure consistent browning. The texture and appearance depend on cooking until steam stops rising from the iron.
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk 360g
- 2 egg beaten
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 85g, melted
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
- 2 tablespoons sugar regular, coconut or brown sugar will all work
Instructions
- Preheat waffle maker. Spray generously with nonstick cooking spray or generously grease with butter.
- In a large bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and sugar until blended. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into a preheated prepared waffle iron; cook according to manufacturer's directions or when steam stops.
- Top with maple syrup, peanut butter, honey, or fresh fruit preserves. Makes 4 belgian waffles.
Notes
- Adding ingredients such as blueberries, coconut, mini chocolate chips, or cinnamon can personalize the flavor.
- Use cooking spray on the waffle iron before each batch to ensure easy waffle release and even browning.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4belgian waffles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5belgian waffle | |
| Calories | 223cal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 27.5g | 9% |
| Protein | 6.1g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9g | 30% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5.4g | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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