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Updated Jun 20, 2024
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Waffles are everyone’s favorite weekend breakfast — and nobody knows them like Betty Crocker! This from-scratch waffles recipe has been a family favorite for years. The batter takes just five minutes to whisk together, so it’s easy enough to make on a weekday morning, too.

What are waffles?

Waffles are a batter or dough cooked between a specially designed iron to create a pattern of holes or “pockets.” The waffles come out of the waffle maker light and delicately eggy — perfectly crispy on the edges and light and fluffy in the middle.

How to serve waffles

Serve homemade waffles with butter and your favorite maple syrup for a traditional breakfast — or try pairing your waffles with jam, lemon curd, or applesauce.

In a pinch at the end of the day? Switch things up, pull out this easy waffle recipe and serve breakfast for dinner! Kids and adults alike love flip-flopping meals from time to time. Not in the mood for a sweet dinner? Savory waffles are showing up on menus everywhere. Top your waffle with sausage gravy for a twist on biscuits and gravy. Or, try cheese, fresh herbs and a poached egg!

One of the things we love best about waffles is that they’re endlessly customizable. Here’s a fun idea for the weekend: Invite people over for a lazy Sunday brunch and set out a waffle bar with toppings! That way, everyone can assemble their own breakfast masterpiece.

More About This Recipe

  • There’s nothing easier than mixing up a batch of homemade waffles. Starting out your morning with a delicious from-scratch breakfast sets the perfect tone for the rest of the day. Even though it’s really easy, we understand that waffle-making can seem like an intimidating process. If you’d like some guidance before you dive in, check out Betty’s How to Make Waffles Guide, which has everything you need to know. It covers how to make your favorite kind of waffles (crispy or fluffy), the difference between waffles and pancake batter and even what to do with leftover waffles. It also suggests different kinds of waffles you might like to try, including Buttermilk Waffles, Bacon Buttermilk Waffles, Whole Wheat Waffles with Honey Peanut Butter Syrup, Cornmeal Waffles, Spicy Cornmeal Waffles, Granola with Double Berry Sauce and Cinnamon-Bun Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze. You can find even more inspiration in this waffle recipe collection.

    Do you have to grease the waffle maker before using it?

    This waffle batter recipe has more oil or butter than pancakes, so if your iron grids are preheated, your waffles shouldn’t stick. However, if they do, you can always brush or spray a little neutral cooking oil on the waffle grids.

    Can you freeze waffles?

    Freezing is the best way to store leftover waffles. In the Betty Crocker Kitchens we separate our waffles with squares of wax or parchment paper and then tuck them in plastic freezer bags. It’s best to use up frozen waffles within a month.

    If you like this recipe, give these a try: Banana-Nut Waffles, Gluten-Free Waffles, Belgian Waffles.

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Waffles

  • Prep Time 5 min
  • Total 35 min
  • Servings 6
  • Ingredients 8
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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • Fresh berries, if desired
Make With
Gold Medal Flour

Instructions

  • Step 
    1

    Heat waffle maker.

    Much like pancakes, you want your waffle batter to land on hot waffle grids, so the exterior crisps up — no one wants soggy waffles.

  • Step 
    2

    In large bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until fluffy.

    Using a bowl with a spout or a large measuring cup will make it easier to pour your batter onto the waffle maker.

  • Step 
    3

    Beat in remaining ingredients, except berries, just until smooth.

    The best way to accurately measure flour is to give it a quick stir and then spoon it into the measuring cup. You’ll want to fill it to heaping and then sweep the excess off the top with the flat edge of a butter knife.

  • Step 
    4

    Pour slightly less than 3/4 cup batter onto center of hot waffle maker and close the lid.

    If your waffle maker doesn’t have a nonstick coating, you may want to brush or spray it with a light coating of vegetable oil or melted butter — and reapply as needed throughout the cooking process.

    Note: you’ll want to check the instructions that came with your waffle maker, as sizes vary, and they may recommend a smaller or larger amount of batter.

  • Step 
    5

    Bake about 5 minutes or until steaming stops.

    Sometimes the indicator light on waffle makers aren’t reliable, so we like to keep an eye on the steam coming out of the waffle maker. When the steam stops, check the waffle. It should be golden brown.

  • Step 
    6

    Carefully remove waffle.

    If your waffle is not golden brown on top, as is sometimes the case with some waffle makes, just flip it bottom-side up so that the beautiful, golden brown side is up.

  • Step 
    7
    Serve immediately. Top with fresh berries and syrup. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Waffle
Calories from Fat
200
Trans Fat
0g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
4%
4%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Exchanges:
Free
Carbohydrate Choice
2 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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