Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups buttermilk, warm
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to ensure even rising and flavor distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another medium bowl, whisk the warm buttermilk and melted butter. Then add the eggs and stir until everything is well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and whisk gently just until combined; the batter should still have a few lumps. Fold in the vanilla extract carefully, then let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld and for the batter to thicken slightly.
- Preheat and Grease Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Waffles: Pour about one-third to one-half cup of batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it gently so that it reaches about half an inch from the edge of the iron. Cook until the waffle is golden brown and crisp, which usually takes 3 to 5 minutes depending on your waffle iron.
- Serve: Carefully remove the waffle and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as syrup and fresh berries for an irresistible breakfast treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy; lumps are okay.
- Letting the batter rest helps develop better texture and rise.
- Make sure the waffle iron is fully preheated before cooking for best crispness.
- You can keep cooked waffles warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven until ready to serve.
- Substitute buttermilk with milk and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar if buttermilk is not available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
