Description
Classic Belgian Waffles recipe featuring a crisp exterior and a light, fluffy interior. Made with cultured butter, whipped egg whites, and a subtle hint of vanilla, these waffles are perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch. Serve with whipped cream, maple syrup, and fresh berries for an indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup Vermont Creamery Cultured Butter, melted
- 1 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Waffle Iron: Plug in your waffle iron and let it preheat according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking.
- Separate the Eggs: Carefully separate the egg yolks from the whites, making sure no yolk gets into the whites. Place yolks in a large bowl and the whites in the stand mixer bowl.
- Whip Egg Whites: Using a stand mixer with a whisk attachment, beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In the large bowl with egg yolks, whisk together the granulated sugar and melted cultured butter until smooth. Add the milk and vanilla extract and whisk to combine.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until ingredients are combined but the batter remains slightly lumpy to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a rubber spatula. Fold carefully until no streaks remain to keep the batter light and airy.
- Cook the Waffles: Spray the heated waffle iron with nonstick spray. Spoon in about 1 cup of batter or the amount recommended by your waffle maker. Close the lid and cook the waffles until golden brown and crisp, roughly 3 minutes.
Notes
- This recipe creates waffles with a crisp outside and a fluffy inside—perfect for a classic breakfast experience.
- Top with whipped cream, maple syrup, or fresh berries to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain the lightness provided by the whipped egg whites.
- Use cultured butter for a richer, more complex flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large waffle
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
