Easy Waffles
So, you’ve stumbled into my corner of the internet, and I couldn’t be happier! Today, I’m spilling the beans on a breakfast game-changer. I mean, who doesn’t love waffles? These babies are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and pretty much the perfect canvas for all your wild topping dreams. Seriously, they’re like the superheroes of breakfast in our little family. Drop that sad store-bought mix and trust me – you’ll never look back.
Ah, the weekend mornings at our place are a messy, syrupy whirlwind. My husband loves these waffles so much he’d probably marry them if polygamy and breakfast food union were a thing. Picture us, in our pajamas, the kids running around like little caffeinated squirrels, and these waffles being the hero of the chaos. They’ve become our go-to tradition, a delicious hug we give ourselves after a long week. And when life gets a bit out of hand, there’s nothing that says “everything will be okay” like a plate piled high with warm, golden waffles.
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Why You’ll Love This Easy Waffles
1. **They’re Foolproof**: Even when I’ve had one too many cups of coffee and I’m bouncing off the walls, I can’t mess these up.
2. **Customizable AF**: Want them sweeter? Add more sugar! Feeling nutty? Toss in some pecans. The waffle world is your oyster.
3. **They Bring People Together**: You bring these to the table, and suddenly everyone’s sitting down together, phones tucked away. It’s like magic!
How to Make It
Alrighty, so grab all your ingredients and mix up your dry stuff in a big bowl like you’ve got something to say about it. In another bowl, throw your eggs, milk, vanilla – the whole parade – and dance that whisk like you mean it. Mix the wet and dry together; don’t get too hung up on lumps. Fire up that waffle iron and get ready for the magic. You might want to practice deep breathing while waiting because the smell alone is an exercise in patience! Pro tip? Make extra and freeze them. Because who has time to start from scratch every morning?
Ingredient Notes
– **Flour**: Your standard all-purpose flour is your bestie here. It does the job, keeps the waffles light – just don’t try to measure it while half paying attention, or you’ll end up with bricks.
– **Baking Powder**: No skipsies on this one. Without it, your waffles are going to be as flat as that old tire in my garage. Trust me.
– **Milk**: I’ve used everything from almond to full-fat. Once I even tried sour cream when I was out of milk – don’t do that, it’s as weird as it sounds.
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1. Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla in another bowl.
3. Combine wet and dry mixtures until just blended.
4. Preheat waffle iron and grease it lightly.
5. Pour batter onto the iron, cook until golden brown.
6. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
What to Serve It With
Tips & Mistakes
– Don’t get too fancy on the first try – find your groove.
– Overmixing is your enemy. Seriously, let it be a little lumpy.
– If you have leftover batter, don’t panic. Pop it in the fridge, use it tomorrow, and call it a win.
Storage Tips
Okay, so leftovers (if you have any, doubtful with how these get devoured). Save them! Stack them between bits of parchment paper, toss them in a Ziploc bag, and freeze. They’re still amazing toasted. And yes, if you’re rushed and eat them cold, they’re kinda like breakfast cookies. No judgment here!
Variations and Substitutions
Feel free to mess around with this recipe. I’ve swapped honey for sugar when I ran out. Threw in blueberries that were nearing their expiration date once. And hey, sometimes you gotta skip stuff and hope for the best. Mostly? It still turns out great and reminds me of those weird sketchy recipes in community cookbooks – surprises, but still good.
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Easy Waffles
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.75 cups milk whole or 2%
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron and pour batter onto it, spreading evenly.
- Cook waffles until golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes per waffle depending on your iron.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
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