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Belgian Waffles

Jul 20, 2020 · 15 Comments

Light and airy with a crisp, golden exterior and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these Belgian Waffles are easy to make in a pinch making them perfect for slow weekends.

If you follow along on Instagram then you know how much I love my Dash Mini Waffle Maker. It’s funny how sometimes the biggest joys in life come from the smallest and most unexpected things. Needless to say, it has been on my planner to share one of my favorite weekend breakfasts on LTG, and lucky for you, today is that day.

Breakfast or Dessert

“Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.” -Earnestine Ulmer

Traditionally, Belgian Waffles were served for dessert with whipped cream and strawberries. Nowadays, it’s more commonplace to see these in the morning at your local diner or cafe.

If you’re anything like me, weekends were meant for indulging and I’ve always favored a sweet breakfast. That said, let’s delve a little deeper into today’s recipe and what the difference is between the classic American waffles and Belgian waffles.

Egg Whites. If you’re familiar with Japanese Style Pancakes, the method behind Belgian Waffles is quite similar. By definition, Belgian waffles are airier in texture than their classic counterpart, with a crisp exterior. This is achieved by whipping the egg whites into stiff peaks then folding them into the batter.

Small Batch. Because I made these with my Dash Mini Waffle Maker, I scaled the recipe back a slight bit. It makes about 6-8 waffles total which is perfect for breakfast for two or leftover if you’d like to save them for dessert. TIP: Toast to reheat and serve with ice cream in place of a cone.

Cinnamon Sugar Topping. Swap the powdered sugar with a little cinnamon sugar. Sprinkle this over the waffles while they are still hot to form a sugar crust! Doing so reminds me of the store-bought variation. Then, simply ginish it off with maple syrup or whipped cream if you’re feeling a little extra fancy.

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Yields 2-3

Serves 2-3 waffles

Belgian Waffles

10 minPrep Time

10 minCook Time

20 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup AP flour
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 large egg, separated
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Cinnamon Sugar (see instructions)
  • Strawberries, for topping
  • Blueberries, for topping

Instructions

    For the cinnamon sugar:
  1. Combine ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Stir to combine and set aside.
  2. For the waffles:
  3. In a small chilled metal bow, whisk egg white until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the reserved egg yolk, milk, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth batter forms. Now fold in the whipped egg white until just incorporated.
  5. Heat your waffle maker, if you're using a mini waffle iron, place about two tablespoons of batter onto the griddle. Cook the waffles until they have risen and are golden. While they are still hot, sprinkle each waffle with the cinnamon sugar.
  6. Serve immediately with desired toppings. Enjoy!
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  1. Heather says

    21/07/2020 at 1:03 am

    Waffles are a favorite in our home! I haven't made my own in so long though. I can't wait to try this recipe.
    Reply
    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:03 pm

      They are a favorite here too! They were tasty and easy to make. Have a beautiful weekend.
      Reply
  2. angiesrecipes says

    21/07/2020 at 4:21 am

    I adore Belgian waffles. These look absolutely perfect.
    Reply
    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:04 pm

      Thank you dear Angie. Have a great weekend. xo
      Reply
  3. Talya says

    21/07/2020 at 7:48 am

    Yum! We used to make waffles for breakfast all the time and then our waffle iron broke! This reminds me I need to get back into them.
    Reply
    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:05 pm

      This is a great breakfast, lunch or light dinner. My daughter loves using this little waffle maker. Have a beautiful weekend. xo
      Reply
  4. Ashlee says

    21/07/2020 at 1:52 pm

    These Belgium Waffles look so light, fluffy and crisp! I wanted to eat them right from the page lol. I love waffles, especially re-using them as cones for ice-cream. They are versatile and just what I love for happy, sweet weekends lol
    ★★★★★
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    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:05 pm

      Me too!! We need to enjoy as much as we can and these simple treats make everything seem so much better. Have a beautiful weekend. xo
      Reply
  5. DAVID J MYERS says

    21/07/2020 at 3:51 pm

    Catherine, Love those mini waffles! Very attractive and the size is right too. Our waffle maker makes the larger version. It was a great invention. As for waffles, we don't even try to make them from scratch although its not any faster using the mix. We love Carbon's Golden Malted Original Pancake and Waffle flour! (since 1937) The malt makes the difference... Add Amish butter and real maple syrup and stand by for a carb overload! Stay Safe and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
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    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:06 pm

      Oh, that does sound delish!! Have a beautiful weekend Dave and all my best to Laurie.
      Reply
  6. kumamonjeng says

    21/07/2020 at 11:51 pm

    Glad that my favorite blueberries are added in so this makes a great morning breakfast I am sure.
    ★★★★★
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    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:07 pm

      Love blueberries! They make everything sweeter!! Have a beautiful weekend.
      Reply
  7. Lisa says

    23/07/2020 at 1:24 pm

    Reading this makes me wish it was morning time! I love Belgian waffles, but more for breakfast. I'll try out this recipe.
    Reply
    • Catherine Pappas says

      25/07/2020 at 4:08 pm

      Thank you Lisa. I hope that you enjoy it if you do. Have a beautiful weekend. xo
      Reply

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