Description
Experience the airy, crispy delight of yeasted waffles that bring a fluffy texture and golden crispiness to your breakfast. This recipe features slow fermentation for deep flavor, perfect for make-ahead meals and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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Yeasted Waffle Ingredients
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups warm milk (100-110°F)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Warm the milk to about 100-110°F, then sprinkle the active dry yeast and a pinch of sugar on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy and bubbly to confirm the yeast is active.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt to create the dry base of the waffle batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and melted butter together. Slowly mix in the frothy yeast mixture until fully incorporated.
- Form the Batter and Let Rise: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. A few small lumps are fine. Cover loosely with a kitchen towel and let rise in a warm spot for 1 to 1.5 hours until the batter doubles in size.
- Cook the Waffles: Preheat your waffle iron and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Scoop 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the iron, close the lid, and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve Warm: Remove waffles immediately and serve hot with your favorite toppings for the best yeasted waffle experience.
Notes
- Use fresh yeast and check expiration date for best results.
- Do not overmix the batter; stir just until combined to keep waffles tender.
- Let the batter rise in a warm, draft-free area for optimal yeast activation.
- Preheat your waffle iron well to ensure even crisping and prevent sticking.
- For enhanced flavor, refrigerate batter overnight before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: yeasted waffles, fluffy waffles, crispy waffles, breakfast waffles, yeast waffles, make-ahead waffles