Simple & Easy Waffle Recipe
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Simple and Easy Waffle Recipe – Try our classic recipe (with simple secret ingredient and key step!) for the best fluffy and crispy homemade waffles. They are quick to make from scratch and perfect for loading with your favorite toppings!
Crispy Waffle Recipe Fans
We are big fans of waffles around here.
No, really… There are over a half dozen deliciously unique waffle recipes on our site. We’ve got tropical Coconut Macadamia Nut Waffles that are perfect for summer, a recipe for Brownie Belgium Waffles a la Mode to make the best decadent dessert a waffle-lover could ask for, and even steps for making Savory Waffle Sandwiches. I highly recommend learning how to make homemade waffles!
If you are looking for a quick, classic waffle recipe to make incredibly fluffy and crispy waffles from scratch, this Easy Waffle Recipe is exactly what you need!
With just a handful of pantry staples – including our secret ingredient for the fluffiest and crispiest waffles ever – and your trusty waffle maker, you can whip up stacks of mouthwatering waffles in mere minutes.
You’ll definitely want to keep this recipe on your go-to list of breakfast and brunch favorites!
The Best Waffles from Scratch
This simple recipe makes utterly fabulous fluffy, crispy waffles with a delicate sweet-butter flavor. It’s what I use every time I need a reliable and easy waffle recipe to quickly feed the family or a small gathering.
The waffles are made crispy by adding cornstarch to the batter, then keeping them in the oven (to dry and warm) until ready to serve.
Steam from the waffle maker is the culprit of having soft or soggy waffles, but adding the cornstarch and drying in the oven make a huge difference. Don’t skip these two steps!
Start to finish, a full batch of the fluffiest, crispiest, most tender waffles only requires about 30 minutes to make, and can easily be frozen for your breakfast meal plan.
What Ingredients You Need for the Easiest Homemade Waffles
There is no need for packaged mix when it is this easy to make fluffy and crispy waffles entirely from scratch. Try our homemade waffles recipe and I promise that you will never buy the boxed stuff again!
Here’s what you need:
- All-purpose flour – The main ingredient to make the batter
- Cornstarch – Our secret ingredient for the crispiest waffles
- Granulated sugar – Adds a much needed touch of sweetness
- Baking powder – One of the rising agents to make fluffy waffles
- Salt – Helps to balance the sweetness
- Milk – To create a smooth batter with rich flavor
- Eggs Another lifting ingredient used to bind the batter
- Melted butter – For rich luxurious flavor
- Vanilla extract – Added for flavor
How to Make Fluffy and Crispy Waffles
- First, preheat a waffle maker to high heat. Set the oven on 200 degrees F. Set a baking sheet with a rack on it in the oven to hold and warm the waffles. The rack will make sure the waffles don’t get soggy!
- Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk well.
- Then mix in the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir until the mixture is very smooth.
- Once the waffle maker is very hot, add approximately ½ cup batter (for a large Belgium-style waffle), making sure the batter is evenly distributed. Cook for 3 ½ minutes undisturbed. Check your waffle just as the timer goes off, and remove the waffle when the exterior is golden-brown.
- Move the waffle to the warm oven and repeat with the remaining batter. PRO TIP: The warm oven helps remove steam from the waffles, making them extra crispy. Don’t skip!
- Once all the waffles are cooked, let them rest in the oven for another 5 minutes to continue to dry and crisp.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Get the Complete Printable Easy Waffle (Crispy and Fluffy Waffles) Recipe Below. Enjoy!
Top the Best Easy Waffles With…
Homemade waffles are yummy enough to enjoy plain or just with a touch of butter and syrup, but are also excellent for using as a delicious base to load with your favorite toppings.
We love to top our waffles with fresh seasonal fruit, like the strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries shown in this post. You can use whatever soft fruit is available – such as peaches, bananas, and berries – for a sweet and healthy(ish) waffle!
Make homemade waffles an even more warm and cozy dish by adding a delicious hot compote, like our Mulberry Rhubarb compote or Warm Blueberry Sauce.
Or get super indulgent and drizzle your fluffy and crispy waffles with rich chocolate sauce, some chocolate chips and peanut butter chips, and a hearty dollop of whipped cream.
What are your favorite ways to top a waffle?!
Tips & Tricks
- Don’t over mix the waffle batter! You want the batter to be smooth, but definitely not over mixed. This can result in tough or rubbery waffles!
- Be sure to preheat the waffle maker and lightly coat with vegetable oil to prevent sticking!
- The waffle batter will expand as it cooks, so fill the waffle maker until almost the whole bottom is filled but not all the way!
- To clean the waffle maker, let it cool completely and then wipe down with a damp sponge or cloth and then dry! Avoid using anything that isn’t rubber to scrape any pieces that are stuck, since it might ruin the nonstick coating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a waffle and a Belgian waffle?
The main difference between regular waffles and Belgian waffles is the size of the pockets. Belgian waffles have extra deep pockets for more filling to go into them! This will depend on the kind of waffle maker you have.
How long do these waffles stay fresh?
Leftover waffles can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for a day or two, and keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster or the oven for maximum crispiness!
Can This Homemade Waffles Recipe Be Made Gluten-Free?
Absolutely! Simply swap all-purpose flour with your favorite gluten-free baking substitute. But keep the cornstarch, it’s already GF-friendly!
Can I use dairy free milk?
Absolutely! This recipe will still work if you used coconut milk, almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk!
Can I use my electric stand mixer for the batter?
Yes you can! Just make sure that you do not overmix the batter with the stand mixer.
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Simple & Easy Waffle Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk 2% or whole
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter or oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat a waffle maker to high heat. Set the oven on 200 degrees F. Set a baking sheet, with a rack on it, in the oven to hold and warm the waffles.
- Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk well.
- Then mix in the milk, eggs, melted butter and vanilla. Stir until the mixture is very smooth.
- Once the waffle maker is very hot, add approximately ½ cup batter (for a large Belgium-style waffle) and cook for 3 ½ minutes undisturbed.
- Open and remove the waffle when the exterior is golden-brown. Move the waffle to the warm oven and repeat with the remaining batter.
- Once all the waffles are cooked, let them rest in the oven for another 5 minutes to continue to dry and crisp.
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It was really good and fluffy on the inside, crisp on the outside. This will be our new go-to homemade waffle recipe. Totally recommend. Very easy…my 17-year-old made them as part of breakfast for dinner…yummy!
Deliciously crispy waffles that held it shape well and rose beautifully. I substituted plain flour with self raising flour and also heated up the milk.
I’ve tried several waffle recipes and this one is the BEST if you want crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I used this recipe for the first time & my husband loved the taste & texture ~ definitely a keeper.
Made these last night for the family. We all LOVED them! The taste and texture were perfect – we will be making these again. :)
My second time making this. My son loves this recipe.
Is it possible to keep the left over batter in a fridge just in case I do not want to cook it all?
Hi Connie!
The batter should be fine for 24-36 hours in the fridge. After that, it might not rise well when cooked.
You can also just freeze the made waffles and pop them in the toaster when you want to use them.
This really is the best waffle recipe! They are crispy on the outside and light and fluffy inside. They’re an immediate family favourite!
Easy to make and delicious to eat. My granddaughter said they were the best!!
These were wonderful. Much easier than the waffle recipe I usually use, which requires separating eggs. This will be my new go to for waffles! Thank you for the clear, concise directions.
Really loved this recipe (I’ve tried many)!!!
Easy to put together, no fuss and super tasty waffles with a nice texture and would be good crispy too, but we ate them right off the waffle iron! Perfect! Finally! Thank You!!! E :)
These are delicious! I have been struggling to find a non Belgian waffle so I don’t have to wait 8 hours to make. I halfed the cornstarch and added some cinnamon. My super picky husband loved them even plain. They also reheat perfectly in the toaster!
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First off, I have tried a lot of recipes out there and this one has such a watery batter in comparison. With that being said, all of those other guys are doing it wrong because these waffles are absolutely the best! Thanks a lot!
Actually, after making this several more times, the batter is nice and creamy. I just had my measurements off a little I guess. Either way, this is delicious.
I’ve tried a lot of different waffle recipes and this is by far the best!! I have a convection toaster oven which I used for the last step. They turned out so perfect and my kids loved them! Thank you!
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I just made these for Thanksgiving breakfast. They are delicious!
Can I mix the batter the night before??
Hi Rachel,
I wouldn’t, because the baking powder will have lost some for its lifting power.
Easy and delicious! A keeper recipe!
Who needs freezer waffles? These are amazing! And so simple!
Big fan of waffles! This is such a great day starter! Easy to whip up and so delicious!
These were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, except I had to reduce the amount in my waffle maker and increase the time. I have a Griddler so it was 1/4C in each waffle square and 5min. I will definitely be making these again, thanks for the recipe!
I really like making waffles using yeast. Do you think your recipe could be adapted?
I have been using the Red Star Yeast recipe from their website.
Thanks for the very interesting suggestions.
Continue your great work!! You are an inspiration
Great recipe. I did make a few changes. I subbed almond milk for regular milk and added one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and let it sit for 5 minutes. I used half all purpose flour and half spelt flour. I omitted the corn starch and instead used more flour. I decreased sugar to 2 tbs and only used 1/4 cup of vegan butter. I whipped up egg whites and folded it to the mixture in the end. Amazing crispy waffles. My kids loved them.
So basically you didn’t use this recipe at all…
Great flavor, but were so “crispy” we needed to use a knife to saw into bite size pieces. It was more like eating a crispy taco shell than a waffle. Will try again and decrease the amount of corn starch to see if we can keep the crispness but make them more tender.
This is it. This is The Best Waffle Recipe on the internet. Makes perfect waffles, better than any breakfast joint.
Can I use whole wheat flour instead?
Finally a crispy outer and tender inside waffle.
I did make a couple changes. Since I had buttermilk souring in the refrigerator, I replace the milk with about 1.25 cup buttermilk, and about .75 cup 2%. That meant reducing the baking powder to 1 Tlsp and adding 1 tsp baking soda. There was no need to crisp them in the oven since there are only two of us and they came out of the double Waring waffle maker already crisp.
Thanks for the recipe. I would never have thought to add cornstarch.
Is 1/2 cup of cornstarch right?
Hi Kathy!
Yes, the 1/2 cup cornstarch lightens the flour, to make it more like cake flour, for a lighter crispier waffle texture.
Great recipe. I did end up adding 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground clove to switch it up a bit, and it added a deep nutty flavor !
The flavor is delicious and they crisp up perfectly! Mine came out a bit dense though. Where did I go wrong?
I’m a big fan of waffles!
I’ve made these three times since you’ve posted this recipe. Absolutely perfect, addictive bagels.
Oh yes- these are just right! Who needs freezer waffles? These are amazing! And so simple!
We love making waffles for Sunday brunch! This recipe is perfect!
This is such a great day starter! Easy to whip up and so delicious!
Awesome recipe – made mini waffles and they came out perfect. Will definitely be my go to recipe for waffles, super easy!
This recipe looks so delicious and easy! My kids will love these waffles.