How to make waffles at home

Today I'm going to make you want to talk about making waffles! I'm sure most of you have tried them before, because they are a real temptation wherever you see them. Today you'll see how easy it is to prepare them at home (although it's true that you need the right utensil), and you'll be inspired to accompany them with the most tempting ingredients.

Let's start with the basics: What is a waffle?

A waffle is a type of cookie that is characterized by its grid shape . The dough is made from egg and flour, it usually has a vanilla flavor and is served hot.

Although you can eat it as is with tea or coffee, it is usually accompanied by chocolate spread or cream, ice cream, syrup, fruit, nuts with honey, jam...

You may also see it written in French, gaufre, or in English, waffle.

How to make waffles

Waffles get their characteristic shape because the dough is placed between two plates with this design. Traditionally they were iron plates, although today, for convenience, we find non-stick ones, to facilitate the preparation process.

The important thing when choosing a waffle maker is that it distributes heat well, otherwise the waffles will be burnt on one side and the raw dough on the other ends, which could even be indigestible (remember that it is a dough made of flour and egg).

A waffle maker that we trust and are very satisfied with is the Nordic Ware waffle maker . It is a bit heavy despite being made of aluminum (because it contains two plates), but it has a construction and thickness such that the heat is evenly distributed, and allows you to make 4 great waffles at once. In addition, the plates have a non-stick coating that helps you get perfect waffles without complications.

Nordic Ware Waffle Maker



Basic recipe for making waffles

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 cup of milk

Preparation:

1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Beat the yolks until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla and butter, mixing until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and salt. Add to the egg mixture, alternating with the milk, until well combined.
4. Beat the egg whites until they form peaks and fold them into the batter using folding movements.
5. Preheat the waffle maker on medium heat for two minutes per side (you can save time by preheating the two halves separately on two different burners at the same time). Brush the waffle maker with vegetable oil or nonstick spray and pour about 1 cup of batter into the center of the waffle maker; closing the waffle maker will spread the batter across the entire base*.
6. Cook for about 1 minute, turn the waffle maker over and cook for 2 more minutes or until golden brown. Remove with a silicone spatula and serve with your favorite accompaniment.

*On the waffle maker's page ( here ), below the product description, you will see a video that shows very well how to make waffles. If you want to make a single waffle but without the square edges, put less batter in the center, it will expand in a circular shape but without reaching the edges, obtaining an irregular but original and equally delicious waffle (you will see it in the video).