Homestyle Buttermilk Waffles Recipe

Homemade Buttermilk waffles served in a plate and beautifully garnished with fruits and butter slices

Homestyle Buttermilk Waffles Recipe

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.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Waffles

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings waffles

Calories 378.4kcal

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups buttermilk
½ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Non-stick cooking spray for the waffle iron
Toppings of your choice e.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 ½ to ¾ 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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