Buttermilk Waffles
Buttermilk waffles are one of those cozy, crave-worthy breakfast recipes that instantly make your morning feel special.
Whether you’re planning a slow weekend brunch or just trying to make an ordinary day a little sweeter, this recipe brings the perfect balance of crispy edges and a fluffy, tender center.
The tangy richness of buttermilk adds a depth of flavor you just can’t get from regular milk, and it helps create that golden exterior we all love.
Top them off with a pat of butter, warm maple syrup, or even fresh berries and whipped cream for something extra indulgent.
Trust me — once you taste a homemade batch made with buttermilk, the frozen kind just won’t cut it anymore.
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To start making the best buttermilk waffles, begin by mixing your dry ingredients in a large bowl and stirring in the buttermilk (and if you’re out of buttermilk, just mix a cup of milk with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice—easy fix!), melted butter, vanilla, and fluffy egg whites.
The trick is not to overmix the batter—give it a quick stir and let it rest for a few minutes. That little pause gives you soft insides and crispy edges.
Be sure to grease your waffle iron. Even nonstick ones can benefit from a light spray of oil or brush of melted butter.
Pour the batter into a hot waffle iron, cook until golden. Be sure not to peek too soon because opening the waffle iron early can ruin the crisp. Wait until the steam slows or your machine beeps.
It’s best fresh, but you can mix the dry ingredients and wet ingredients separately and combine them just before cooking.
Place them on a wire rack in a 200°F oven while you finish cooking the rest—this keeps them from getting soggy.
Yes! Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer. Reheat in the toaster or oven for a crispy finish.
Buttermilk gives waffles a slightly tangy flavor and makes them super tender on the inside while helping create a crisp golden outside. Its acidity reacts with baking soda to give your waffles a nice rise and fluffy texture—basically, it’s the secret to making waffles taste bakery-quality at home!
Belgian waffles are usually thicker, with deeper pockets—perfect for catching syrup and toppings. They’re made with a yeast-based batter or beaten egg whites for extra fluff. Buttermilk waffles, on the other hand, are often a bit thinner and richer, with that signature tang and a tender crumb from the buttermilk.
Best Toppings for Buttermilk Waffles
- Try traditional options like maple syrup, butter, powdered sugar or whipped cream
- Fruits like fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) or sliced bananas
- Chocolate chips
- Nutella or Honey
- Cinnamon sugar
- Try fun and creative toppings like ice cream, peanut butter, granola or toasted coconut
- Savory options like fried or scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage
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Buttermilk Waffle Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cup flour
- 1 /4 cup + 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 egg whites
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda.
- Add buttermilk, melted butter, egg whites and vanilla extract.
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- Let the waffle batter sit for 2-3 minutes while the iron heats up.
- Pour in about 1/3 cup of batter into waffle iron.
- Cook until the machine beeps or until your waffle is golden brown, about 2-5 minutes depending on your machine.
- Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve buttermilk waffles warm with maple syrup, butter and your favorite toppings.
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