How to Make the Best HOMEMADE Waffles in Your City
Your City: Here is one of the best homemade waffle recipes out there—crispy, fluffy, and full of flavor!
What Most People Don’t Know About Making Waffles
- Separate the Eggs and Beat the Whites: Whipping egg whites separately and folding them into the batter makes the waffles lighter and crispier.
- Use Cornstarch for Extra Crispiness: Adding a little cornstarch to the flour mixture helps make the waffles crisp on the outside while staying tender inside.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: Stir the batter until just combined to avoid overdeveloping the gluten, which can make waffles tough.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1 3/4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat the egg whites with a hand mixer or whisk until stiff peaks form.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter with a spatula until just incorporated. This step adds air to the batter, making the waffles light and fluffy.
- Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with non-stick spray or a little oil. Pour the batter into the waffle iron, spreading it evenly. Close the lid and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually for about 3–5 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or butter.
