Buttermilk waffles – classic breakfast favorite made with pantry-staple ingredients. Serve these fluffy and delicious with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or maple syrup for a perfect start to your day.
Buttermilk Waffles – Perfect Homemade Breakfast
Buttermilk waffles are a classic breakfast favorite you can easily make at home. Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product with a tangy taste and a slightly thicker consistency than regular milk. It gives the waffles a tender texture and a slightly tangy flavor.
The main difference between buttermilk and regular waffles is the use of buttermilk as an ingredient. Because buttermilk is acidic, it reacts with baking soda to help the waffles rise and become light and fluffy. This results in tender waffles that are slightly tangy in flavor. You can still use milk to create delicious waffles, but they may be denser and less tender than buttermilk waffles.
Serve these buttermilk waffles with butter, syrup, or toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips. Enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients for making Buttermilk Waffles
All-purpose flour: provides structure to the batter.
Sugar: Adds sweetness to the waffles and helps to brown them when cooked.
Baking powder and Baking soda: help the waffles rise and become light and fluffy.
Salt: Adds flavor to the waffles and helps to balance the sweetness.
Buttermilk: This tangy, acidic liquid helps to activate the baking soda and adds a rich, slightly sour flavor to the waffles.
Eggs: These provide structure to the waffles and help them to rise.
Butter: Adds richness and flavor to the waffles. Use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the recipe.
Vanilla extract: adds a soothing vanilla flavor.
Oil: Used to grease the waffle iron, so the waffles don’t stick.
How to Make Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles
Mix dry ingredients and set aside.
In a separate bowl, add the wet ingredients.
Combine the dry and wet mixture into a batter. Do not over-mix.
Preheat the waffle iron and brush both sides with oil.
Pour the batter on the waffle iron to cover the surface.
Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles become golden brown and crispy.
Serve the waffles with a drizzle of maple syrup, berries of choice, whipped cream, or butter.
Tips for making Buttermilk Waffles at Home
Let the batter rest to allow the baking powder to activate. This will help your waffles rise and become light and fluffy.
Preheat your waffle iron so the waffles cook evenly and get crispy outside.
Don’t overfill the waffle iron. Overfilling can cause the batter to spill over the sides and make a mess.
Grease the waffle iron to help the waffles to release from the iron and prevent sticking.
Don’t overcook the waffles to prevent them from drying out and becoming tough. Cook them until golden brown and crisp on the outside but still moist and tender on the inside.
Don’t stack them up or cover them with foil after cooking. The waffles underneath will become mushy from the steam from the freshly cooked waffles.
Storing Leftover Waffles
If you have leftover waffles, let them cool to room temperature on a wire rack before storing them. This will help prevent them from getting soggy.
Store in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. This will help keep them fresh and prevent them from drying out.
You can freeze waffles if you want to store them for longer than a few days. Wrap each waffle individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper and place them in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.
To reheat waffles, pop them in a toaster or toaster oven until they are crispy and heated. You can also reheat them in the oven or microwave, but they may be less crisp.
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Serving Buttermilk Waffles
Here are a few ideas to serve the buttermilk waffles and make them even more delicious
Fresh fruit: Sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or bananas all work well on top of waffles. You can also mix different fruits for a colorful and flavorful topping.
Whipped cream: A dollop of whipped cream adds a light and creamy texture to the waffles. You can also use homemade coconut whipped cream or store-bought.
Syrup: Maple syrup is a classic topping for waffles, but you can also use fruit syrups, honey, or agave nectar.
Butter: A pat of butter on top of warm waffles adds richness and flavor.
Nutella: This chocolate-hazelnut spread is a delicious topping for waffles.
Yogurt: Use Greek yogurt or flavored yogurt as a healthier topping option. You can also mix in fruit or honey to make it even more delicious.
Chocolate chips: Sprinkle chocolate chips on the waffles for a sweet and decadent treat.
Savory: If you prefer savory breakfasts, top the waffles with fried or scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, and a drizzle of hot sauce.
Breakfast sandwich: Cut the waffles in half and use them as a base for a breakfast sandwich. Fill with eggs, bacon or sausage, cheese, and avocado for a filling and delicious meal.
Is Milk or Buttermilk Better for Making Waffles?
You can use both milk and buttermilk to make waffles. Still, buttermilk is generally considered the better choice for flavor, texture, and tenderness. If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can substitute an equal amount of milk and add a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to mimic the acidity of buttermilk.
Buttermilk waffles – classic breakfast favorite made with pantry-staple ingredients. Serve these fluffy and delicious with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, whipped cream, or maple syrup for a perfect start to your day.
Toppings of your choicee.g. maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Once heated, lightly spray the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray.
Pour a portion of the waffle batter onto the center of the waffle iron (the amount will depend on the size of your waffle iron; usually around 1/2 to 3/4 cup). Close the lid and cook the waffle until golden brown and crisp, usually between 3-5 minutes, depending on your waffle iron’s settings.
Carefully remove the cooked waffle from the iron using a fork or tongs, and place it on a wire rack to cool slightly. This will help to maintain the waffle’s crispiness. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter.
Serve the waffles warm with your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
Let the batter rest to allow the baking powder to activate. This will help your waffles rise and become light and fluffy.
Preheat your waffle iron, so the waffles cook evenly and get crispy outside.
Don’t overfill the waffle iron. Overfilling can cause the batter to spill over the sides and make a mess.
Grease the waffle iron to help the waffles to release from the iron and prevent sticking.
Don’t overcook the waffles to prevent them from drying out and becoming tough. Cook them until golden brown and crisp on the outside but still moist and tender on the inside.
Don’t stack them up or cover them with foil after cooking. The waffles underneath will become mushy from the steam from the freshly cooked waffles.
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