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Breakfast, Dairy Free, Pancakes, Special Diets · May 21, 2021

Classic Brunch Waffles | Crispy, fluffy, easy

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Classic Brunch Waffles

I know I’m famous for my oats, but this morning I was just craving some fluffy, golden, crispy waffles. The classics y’know? And this Classic Brunch Waffles recipe is another one of my impact-minimizing recipes, where I use some plant-based ingredients, but not all. But that makes this waffle recipe flexible, it can easily be made vegan and adapted to what ingredients you have on hand.

This recipe truly is the classic waffle recipe at its best. It’s just as easy as the boxed mix but made from scratch with a few simple ingredients. So let’s get into it <3

Table of contents

  • Let’s talk about classic waffles
  • The difference between a Belgian waffle and a classic waffle
  • What you will need to make this recipe
  • How to make these waffles
Classic Brunch Waffles

Let’s talk about classic waffles

Not that I looked into the history of classic waffles for this (but PS I totally looked into waffle history for this), but the traditional waffle iron has been patented since the 1800s, and around for much longer. So basically I’m a waffle history buff now.

But the waffle itself is characterized by the crispy edges, soft middle and distinct holes that are perfect for soaking up syrup. My biggest mistake in my early waffle recipe development days was not truly appreciating the crunch of the outside of a waffle. It’s the key to what makes a waffle 1) not a pancake and 2) delicious in itself.

This classic waffle recipe was designed knowing that I had to get a subtle sweetness, crispy edge and fluffy middle if I wanted to achieve the waffle trifecta.

Classic Brunch Waffles

The difference between a Belgian waffle and a classic waffle

Belgian waffles have two main differences when compared with a waffle like this. Belgian waffles use a special waffle iron to give them deep ridges, and they are also typically yeasted.

This recipe is more similar to a buttermilk waffle recipe, but instead of buttermilk, I am opting for non-dairy milk in this recipe. Buttermilk often lends a certain richness to a waffle batter, but we more than makeup for that with the non-dairy butter we add to the recipe as well. It’s a perfect classic waffle without any of the fuss.

Classic Brunch Waffles

What you will need to make this recipe

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (about 150 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup almond milk or milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup melted butter – I used Country Crock plant-based brand
  • 1/2 tablespoon good vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cane sugar
  • 1 large egg or flax egg
For serving
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened

How to make these waffles

Once you have all of the ingredients gathered up, it’s so simple to make these waffles! All you have to do is mix the batter and let the waffle iron do the rest of the work for you.

  1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  2. Add in the melted butter, almond milk, vanilla, salt and egg. Whisk by hand until well combined.
  3. In a lightly greased waffle iron, cook the waffles until golden brown and crispy (this will be slightly longer than the waffle iron calls for).
  4. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Classic Brunch Waffles

And that’s everything for these Classic Brunch Waffles!

If you make it, please tag me on Pinterest or Instagram so I can see! It’s my favorite thing to scroll through stories and see what you all are making.

And of course feel free to leave any questions, comments or reviews! This is the best place to reach me, and I’d love to hear from you <3

Classic Brunch Waffles

5 from 1 vote
These waffles are everything I love about the weekend. Fluffy, crispy, crunchy edges and a soft middle. These are sweet, rich and perfect for a lazy brunch.
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Prep Time:5 minutes mins
Cook Time:10 minutes mins
Total Time:15 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, Chinese
Keyword: breakfast, brunch, dairy free, waffles
Servings: 8 waffles

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 150 grams
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup almond mik or milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup melted butter I used Country Crock plant-based brand
  • 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cane sugar
  • 1 large egg or flax egg

For serving

  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter softened

Instructions

  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • Add in the melted butter, almond milk, vanilla, salt and egg. Whisk by hand until well combined.
  • In a lightly greased waffle iron, cook the waffles until golden brown and crispy (this will be slightly longer than the waffle iron calls for).
  • Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Posted In: Breakfast, Dairy Free, Pancakes, Special Diets

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  1. Kristen says

    June 11, 2021 at 10:21 pm

    5 stars
    I found out I had all of the ingredients for these waffles in my kitchen and I broke out the old family waffle iron to make these. they were absolutely PERFECT, so fluffy and airy on the inside and crispy on the outside! I couldn’t believe that i had made something so good. Thank you for the recipe, Justine!

    • Justine says

      June 13, 2021 at 10:48 pm

      Oh my gosh this comment made my LIFE. I’m so glad you made these and liked them! They are totally my fav and waffles truly never get the recognition they deserve haha

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