Fluffy Waffle Tips
Should waffle batter be thin or thick?
Waffle batter should be thick enough to pour out gently and with control from a ladle or measuring cup. It might be so thick you have to gently smooth the batter out and help it along with the back of the ladle. You’ll know your batter is too thick if you have trouble getting it into the corners and your waffles aren’t perfectly shaped. If that happens, just add a little more liquid to the batter.
Why are my waffles not fluffy?
Classic waffle batter is leavened both chemically (using baking powder or soda) and mechanically (with beaten egg whites folded in). To make fluffy waffles, be sure the egg whites are beaten to
perfectly stiff peaks. Follow our three-step technique for
folding in whites like a pro. Finally, cook the waffles as soon as possible after mixing, since chemical leaveners lose their power once mixed with wet ingredients, and your egg whites will also begin to deflate.
What toppings can I add to waffles?
Butter and maple syrup are classic waffle toppings. Fresh sliced strawberries and whipped cream are also popular, as is
homemade blueberry maple sauce. You don’t have to go strictly sweet, even though
homemade waffle syrups are delicious. There are dozens of
sweet and savory waffle recipes to explore, including takes on the BLT, Ham and Egg, and more great sandwiches. Have fun!
Research contributed by Christine Rukavena, Taste of Home Book Editor
Ham & Cheese Waffles: Omit sugar and Cinnamon Cream Syrup. Increase flour to 2-1/2 cups. Fold in 1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham.
Tropical Waffles: Omit Cinnamon Cream Syrup. Increase baking powder to 4 teaspoons. Before adding egg whites, stir in 1 can (8 oz.) well drained crushed pineapple, 1/4 cup flaked coconut and 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts.
Blueberry Waffles: Increase baking powder to 2-1/2 teaspoons. Before adding egg whites, fold in 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries.
Cinnamon Waffles: Substitute brown sugar for sugar. With flour, stir in 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. With egg yolk, stir in 3/4 teaspoon vanilla.
Nutrition Facts
1 waffle with 2-1/2 tablespoons syrup: 424 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 344mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
