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Belgian Waffles

Freshly made warm Belgian waffles on a white plate

Crispy on the outside and light on the inside, these classic Belgian waffles are perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, separated
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, being careful not to deflate them.
  7. Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
  8. Remove waffles and serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra crispiness, replace half of the milk with club soda or sparkling water.