Description
This recipe for fluffy waffles delivers light, tender waffles with a crisp exterior. Using separated eggs whipped to stiff peaks ensures maximum fluffiness, while vegetable oil keeps the waffles moist. Perfect for a weekend breakfast, these waffles can easily be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (separated)
- 1¾ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s directions to ensure it’s hot enough to create a crispy exterior.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to aerate and remove lumps, creating a smooth base for the batter.
- Mix Wet and Dry Components: In a separate bowl, combine the egg yolks with milk and vegetable oil. Stir this mixture into the sifted dry ingredients until just combined.
- Beat Egg Whites: Using a mixer or whisk, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This will add volume and lightness to the batter.
- Fold Egg Whites: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter, leaving some small visible lumps to ensure the waffles remain fluffy.
- Cook the Waffles: Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and bake according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically until golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for best results when beating egg whites.
- Do not overmix the batter once you add the egg whites to maintain fluffiness.
- Serve immediately for the crispiest texture, or keep warm in a low oven briefly.
- For a crispier waffle, you can lightly grease the iron before each batch.
- Adapt batter by adding vanilla extract or cinnamon for extra flavor.
