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fluffy Belgian waffles

Fluffy Belgian Waffles

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Light and airy inside with crispy golden exterior and deep pockets perfect for syrup. Classic breakfast waffles made with whipped egg whites for incredible fluffiness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Belgian
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Fresh
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, separated Room temperature
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Slightly cooled
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • cooking spray or melted butter For waffle maker

Equipment

  • 1 Belgian waffle maker Essential for proper texture
  • 1 Electric mixer For whipping whites
  • 3 large bowls For mixing
  • 1 Whisk For combining
  • 1 Rubber spatula For folding

Method
 

  1. Preheat Belgian waffle maker according to manufacturer instructions for 5 minutes on high, spray with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in large bowl.
  3. Separate egg whites from yolks, place whites in clean bowl and beat with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Whisk egg yolks with buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth, pour into dry ingredients and stir just until combined with lumps remaining.
  5. Gently fold whipped egg whites into batter in three additions using rubber spatula with folding motion, some white streaks are fine.
  6. Pour about ¾ cup batter onto center of preheated waffle maker, close lid gently, cook 3 to 5 minutes until steam stops and waffle is golden brown.
  7. Remove carefully with fork and serve immediately while hot and crispy with desired toppings.
    ooking Belgian waffles until golden

Nutrition

Serving: 145gCalories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 11gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Whip egg whites to stiff peaks for fluffiness. Fold gently to preserve air bubbles. Don't overmix batter. Preheat waffle maker thoroughly. Serve immediately for crispiest texture. Freeze extras for quick breakfasts.

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