Soft and fluffy Buttermilk Waffles made with simple ingredients right in your own kitchen. You will love how easy these waffles are to make. Saturday mornings are always better when homemade waffles are for breakfast. At least that’s what my kiddos say!
This recipe produces fluffy, flavorful waffles that crisp up beautifully in a waffle iron. These waffles are nothing like the boxed mixes, they are so much better in flavor and texture. What I love about them is how easy they are to make with the ingredients I already have in my kitchen.
If you are like me and you hardly ever have buttermilk in your pantry, I highly recommend buying buttermilk powder. Buttermilk powder has become a staple ingredient in my kitchen. I have been loving using it to replace buttermilk in recipes. I just add it straight to the dry ingredients and follow along with the recipe. It gives you that tangy flavor you get from buttermilk without having to buy it whenever you need it for a recipe. If you do not have buttermilk, you can add a little vinegar or lemon juice to your milk before adding it to the dry ingredients.
These waffles are perfect for quick breakfasts and savory dishes like this popular Chicken and Waffles recipe. We love serving them with butter, maple syrup and lots of fresh berries. They also freeze very well. I like to make a double batch whenever I make these. With the leftovers I wrap individually and place in a freezer bag and keep in the freezer. This makes a great quick breakfast for busy mornings.
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What You’ll Need
I love making recipes like this one that uses just a few basic pantry staples. Making these delicious Buttermilk Waffles only requires 8 or 9 (you’ll see why) simple ingredients.
- u003cstrongu003eFlouru003c/strongu003e – Basic all-purpose flour is needed for this recipe. Sifting the flour with the other dry ingredients ensure there are no clumps that might not get mixed in.
- u003cstrongu003eBaking Powderu003c/strongu003e – The only leavener needed to make these waffles rise to fluffy goodness.
- u003cstrongu003eSugar u003c/strongu003e- Plain white granulated sugar for just a touch of sweetness. Honey or maple syrup can be used in place of the granulated sugar.
- u003cstrongu003eSalt u003c/strongu003e- I like using kosher salt to enhance the overall flavor of the waffles.
- u003cstrongu003eButtermilku003c/strongu003e – For moisture and flavor! Room temperature or slightly warmed for the best incorporation. u003cstrongu003eButtermilk Powder u003c/strongu003eis also a great way to add buttermilk flavor without having to buy buttermilk whenever a recipe calls for it. Add the powder directly to the dry ingredients and follow along with the recipe.
- u003cstrongu003eEggsu003c/strongu003e – Eggs help to bring the batter and also add protein and moisture to the waffles. Room temperature work best.
- u003cstrongu003eButteru003c/strongu003e – Melted and slightly cooled for the best incorporation. Butter adds flavor! It also helps with the soft texture.
- u003cstrongu003eVanilla Extract u003c/strongu003e- For flavor!
How To Make Buttermilk Waffles
This is a no fuss recipe that comes together in minutes. Simply mix together the ingredients and get to cooking them.
- u003cstrongu003ePreheat the waffle ironu003c/strongu003e – You want the waffle iron to be hot before pouring the batter in. Follow your waffle iron’s directions before cooking in it.
- u003cstrongu003eMix together the dry ingredientsu003c/strongu003e – In a large bowl sift or whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and buttermilk powder (if using).
- u003cstrongu003eMix together the wet ingredientsu003c/strongu003e – In a separate bowl combine the buttermilk (or milk if using buttermilk powder), eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined. Pour in the butter and mix well.
- u003cstrongu003eMake the batteru003c/strongu003e – Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until fully combined and no large clumps are present. Try not to overmix the batter, this will cause the waffles to be tough instead of soft and fluffy.
- u003cstrongu003eCook the wafflesu003c/strongu003e – Lightly coat the waffle iron with oil (or butter) by brushing it on or using a spray. Pour in 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup of batter into the oiled waffle iron. Close the iron and follow the cooking directions listed in your waffle iron’s manual. For my iron I cook the waffles for about 3 minutes. For crispier waffles add more time. Continue with the remaining batter. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
Serve these delicious waffles with your favorite toppings, syrups or plain. Here are a few suggestions that my family loves.
We love serving waffles with just some softened butter and maple syrup. This is typically how we serve them in our house. We also love adding fresh bananas to them as well as toasted nuts like pecans and walnuts. When using toasted nuts, you can also add them to the batter.
Fresh berries are always a treat. Whenever we have them in the house, we love using them to top our waffles. Occasionally I will make a fresh berry compote to top the waffles. That is always a delicious addition and doesn’t require and syrup.
Peanut butter is another kid favorite! Warm waffles smeared with peanut butter and topped with syrup is always a hit with the kiddos. Extra protein from the peanut butter is a bonus!
Looking For Savory Suggestions?
You just about add anything to waffles batter. Bacon, cheese and green onions are all delicious additions that make great savory waffles.
- u003cstrongu003eCrumbled Baconu003c/strongu003e
- u003cstrongu003eCrumbled Sausageu003c/strongu003e
- u003cstrongu003eDiced Hamu003c/strongu003e
- u003cstrongu003eCheeseu003c/strongu003e – Shredded cheddar, parmesan or your favorite blend work beautifully in waffles.
- u003cstrongu003eCaramelized onionsu003c/strongu003e
- u003cstrongu003eGreen Onionsu003c/strongu003e
Freezing Buttermilk Waffles
Once the waffles have cooled completely you can either individually wrap them and place them in a freezer bag or container. Or you can lay them in a single layer on a parchment lined pan and freeze them. After a few hours remove them from the pan and place them in a freezer bag or container.
Waffles can be stored in the freezer for several months.
To reheat the waffles, thaw completely them warm in the oven, microwave or toaster oven.
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Buttermilk Waffles
Soft and fluffy Buttermilk Waffles made with simple ingredients right in your own kitchen. You will love how easy these waffles are to make. Saturday mornings are always better when homemade waffles are for breakfast.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Melt the butter and set it aside to cool while you prepare the rest of the recipe.
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Following your manufacturer's manual, preheat your waffle iron.
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In a large bowl sift or whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and buttermilk powder (if using).
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In a separate bowl combine the buttermilk (or milk if using buttermilk powder), eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined. Pour in the butter and mix well.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until fully combined and no large clumps are present. Try not to overmix the batter, this will cause the waffles to be tough instead of soft and fluffy.
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Lightly coat the waffle iron with oil or butter. Pour 1/2-3/4 cup of batter into the waffle iron. Close the iron and cook according to your manufacturer's directions. I typically cook mine for 3-4 minutes.
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Continue until all of the batter has been used. Serve with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
