These buttermilk waffles are fluffy with the crisp edges! This classic breakfast recipe makes mornings extra special when topped with fresh berries and maple syrup.
Want more breakfast recipes? Other favorites include buttermilk pancakes, crepes and French toast.
Why I Love Homemade Buttermilk Waffles
- Classic buttermilk waffles: A classic recipe for buttermilk waffles is different than Belgian waffles! It can be made in any waffle maker with simple pantry ingredients.
- Fluffy and crisp: From-scratch waffles are so much better than a packaged mix! This homemade breakfast treat results in big, fluffy waffles with crisp edges every time.
How to Make Buttermilk Waffles
In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients including flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Learn how to make buttermilk at home if you don’t have any on hand. In a separate bowl whisk together eggs and buttermilk. Slowly whisk in the melted butter and vanilla.
Make a well in the dry ingredients and then pour wet ingredients into the flour. Stir until combined (don’t overmix). Rest for 5 minutes while the waffle iron heats.
Preheat waffle iron on medium-heat, then spray with non-stick spray. Add about 1/2 cup of the batter to the grid and cook until the waffle iron goes off, about 3 minutes. Adjust settings on your waffle maker to get the crispy waffle texture you like.
Favorite Waffle Toppings and Variations
- Add-ins: For some variations, I like to add sprinkles, nuts, chocolate chips or even a sprinkle of flax seeds or chia seeds.
- Waffle maker shapes: There are so many fun ones! Just test a few waffles first to know the amount to add to the maker.
Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Butter
- Fresh berries or sliced bananas
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
- Buttermilk Syrup
- Chocolate chips
- Nutella
- Jam
- Sauces (hot fudge sauce or strawberry sauce)
Love waffle recipes? Try these pumpkin waffles, croffles or Liege waffles, too!
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Buttermilk Waffles
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Equipment
- waffle maker
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 6 Tablespoons butter , melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings: Berries, maple syrup, jam, buttermilk syrup, whipped cream, powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together w cups flour, 3 Tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl whisk together the 2 eggs and 2 cups buttermilk. Then slowly whisk in the 6 Tablespoons melted butter and add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and then pour the milk mixture into the flour. Stir until combined (don't overmix). Let rest for 5 minutes while the waffle iron heats.
- Preheat your waffle iron on medium-heat, then spray with non-stick spray. Add about 1/2 cup of the batter to the grid and cook until the waffle iron goes off, about 3 minutes. Adjust settings on your waffle maker to get the waffles as crispy as you like.
- Serve while warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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FAQs
Buttermilk contains an acid which reacts with the baking soda to create a lighter, fluffier waffle! It also adds a subtle tang of flavor. While using buttermilk from the store is best, you can create a substitute at home by adding lemon juice or white vinegar to milk.
My favorites tend to be classics like bacon in the oven, scrambled eggs and hash browns. Fresh fruit always rounds out the meal or brunch.
Cool completely then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
I love to reheat homemade waffles in the toaster. This helps retain their crisp edges without turning soggy in the middle like a microwave is prone to do (although in a pinch it works!). You could also reheat them in the oven at 250°F for a few minutes.
Categorized as: American, Breakfast, Christmas, Kid-Friendly, Meal Prep, Sweet Breakfast, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
We loved this recipe! So easy to make homemade!
So glad you found it easy to make!