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Buttermilk waffle on a fork with full waffles in the background
Lindsay Lehrer

Homemade Buttermilk Waffles

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside—these waffles are freezer-friendly and made with pantry staples.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time (Fluffier waffles) 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • ⅓ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Avocado oil spray for waffle iron

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls 
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons 
  • Waffle Maker
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat waffle iron.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry, stir until just combined—do not overmix.
  5. Spray waffle iron with oil and pour in batter.
  6. Cook until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. Serve fresh or let cool and freeze for later.

Notes

  • Freezing: These waffles freeze beautifully. Cool completely, then place in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Reheat in a toaster or oven.
  • Buttermilk Tip: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a quick substitute by combining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar with just under 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before using.
  • Crisp Edges: For extra crisp waffles, preheat your waffle iron thoroughly and don’t stack waffles on top of each other while warm—spread them out on a wire rack or baking sheet.
  • Keep Warm: To keep waffles warm while making a full batch, place cooked waffles on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven.
  • Waffle Maker: This recipe works best in a traditional or Belgian-style waffle maker. Cook time may vary slightly depending on your model.