Buttermilk waffle recipe: 59 photos
FAQ
Regular waffles are also often made with buttermilk, which gives them a richer, denser texture than Belgian waffles, which are light and airy. Additionally, regular waffles are made in a smaller waffle iron than Belgian waffles; this means their pockets are not as thick and they are thinner (and therefore cook faster).
Here are some tips:
- Strike while the iron's hot. If your waffles come out pale and soft, it could be because the appliance isn't hot enough. ...
- Whip your whites. ...
- Opt for oil instead of butter. ...
- Try a yeasted-waffle recipe. ...
- Add cornstarch. ...
- Finish them in the oven.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour.
- 2 tablespoons white sugar.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda.
- ½ teaspoon salt.
- 2 cups low-fat buttermilk.
- ⅓ cup melted butter.
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten.
What's the difference between buttermilk and homestyle waffles? Homestyle waffles are made with regular milk while buttermilk waffles are made with…. buttermilk! Buttermilk waffles are fluffier than homestyle.
The pearl sugar is key to their slight crunch, while the yeast and egg whites contribute to their wonderfully fluffy texture (noticeably less dense than their American counterparts). The term “Belgian waffle” also encompasses several different varieties of this European treat.