Golden, fluffy, and lightly sweet, Grandma’s Waffles are one of my favorite cozy breakfast recipes. I love serving them warm with syrup, fruit, butter, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
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2 cups flour
¾ cup sugar
3 eggs
⅔ cup milk
½ cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla sugar or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Directions
I whisk the eggs and sugar together until light and slightly fluffy.
I add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla, then mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, I combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
I add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
I preheat the waffle iron and grease it lightly.
I pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until golden.
I serve the waffles warm with my favorite toppings.
Servings and Timing
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 310 kcal per serving
Variations
I like adding chocolate chips, blueberries, or a pinch of cinnamon to the batter. I also enjoy serving these waffles with whipped cream, caramel sauce, fresh berries, or chopped nuts.
Storage/Reheating
I store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I reheat them in a toaster or oven until warm and lightly crisp. I also freeze them and reheat straight from frozen when I want a quick breakfast.
FAQs
Can I make these waffles ahead of time?
Yes, I make them ahead and reheat them in the toaster or oven before serving.
Can I freeze Grandma’s Waffles?
Yes, I freeze cooled waffles in a freezer-safe bag and reheat them when needed.
Can I use vanilla extract instead of vanilla sugar?
Yes, I use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract if I do not have vanilla sugar.
Why are my waffles not crispy?
I make sure the waffle iron is fully preheated and avoid stacking the waffles while they are hot.
What toppings go best with these waffles?
I love syrup, butter, fresh fruit, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or chocolate sauce.
Conclusion
Grandma’s Waffles are simple, sweet, and comforting. I love making them for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy weekend treat with my favorite toppings.
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Grandma’s Waffles
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Golden, fluffy, and lightly sweet, Grandma’s Waffles are a cozy breakfast favorite made with simple pantry ingredients. These waffles are soft inside, lightly crisp outside, and delicious with syrup, fruit, or powdered sugar.
Ingredients
2 cups flour
¾ cup sugar
3 eggs
⅔ cup milk
½ cup butter, melted
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla sugar or 1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Whisk the eggs and sugar together in a large bowl until light and slightly fluffy.
- Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
- Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease it.
- Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with syrup, fruit, butter, powdered sugar, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Add chocolate chips, blueberries, or cinnamon for extra flavor.
Serve with whipped cream, caramel sauce, fresh berries, or chopped nuts.
Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze cooled waffles in a freezer-safe bag and reheat directly from frozen.
For crispier waffles, fully preheat the waffle iron and avoid stacking waffles while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
