Ultimate Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles
A classic, golden-brown breakfast staple that is light, airy, and perfectly crisp.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk warm
- ⅓ cup butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the warm buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients and fold them together just until the flour is moistened, leaving some small lumps.
- Gently stir in the vanilla extract and let the batter rest for ten minutes to allow the leavening agents to activate.
- Heat the waffle iron and lightly coat the plates with non-stick spray or melted butter.
- Pour the batter into the center of the hot iron, spreading it slightly toward the edges before closing the lid.
- Cook until the steam ceases and the waffle reaches a deep golden-brown color, then remove carefully and serve warm.
Notes
• Avoid Overmixing: Stop stirring as soon as the flour streaks disappear; lumps ensure a light texture.
• Temperature Matters: Use warm buttermilk to prevent the melted butter from solidifying in the batter.
• Stay Crispy: Place finished waffles on a wire rack instead of a plate to prevent them from becoming soggy while you cook the rest.
• Temperature Matters: Use warm buttermilk to prevent the melted butter from solidifying in the batter.
• Stay Crispy: Place finished waffles on a wire rack instead of a plate to prevent them from becoming soggy while you cook the rest.