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A plate of stacked Belgian waffles Recipe topped with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar, with syrup drizzling over the sides.

Belgian Waffle Recipe

This easy Belgian waffle recipe combines crispy golden edges with a light, airy interior. With a few simple techniques like separating and whipping egg whites, these waffles have the perfect texture, whether enjoyed plain or with toppings like syrup and fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Rest Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Belgian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large eggs Eggs - Separated whites and yolks
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour All-purpose flour - Sifted for even consistency
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar Granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Baking powder
  • ¼ tsp fine salt Fine salt
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk Can be swapped for almond or oat milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter Unsalted butter - Melted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 Belgian waffle maker (Deep-pocket style preferred)
  • 2 Large mixing bowls (For mixing dry and wet ingredients)
  • 1 Electric hand mixer (For beating egg whites)
  • 1 Rubber spatula (For folding egg whites into batter)
  • 1 wire cooling rack (To cool waffles and keep them crispy)
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons (For accurate ingredient measurement)

Method
 

  1. Separate eggs, whisk dry ingredients together.
    A close-up of eggs, butter, and flour mixed together in a bowl, with the eggs cracked open and the yolks visible, ready to be incorporated into a recipe.
  2. Combine egg yolks, milk, butter, and vanilla.
    A whisk gently mixing a bowl of whipped cream, creating a smooth, fluffy texture, showing the creamy consistency of the mixture.
  3. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
    Three freshly cooked Belgian waffles in a waffle iron, still steaming hot. A pat of butter sits atop the waffles, melting slightly, with a dusting of powdered sugar.
  4. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
    A stack of Belgian waffles topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, mint leaves, and a dollop of butter. Maple syrup is being drizzled over the waffles, creating a delicious, indulgent look.
  5. Fold whipped egg whites gently into the batter.
    A plate of stacked Belgian waffles Recipe topped with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, whipped cream, and powdered sugar, with syrup drizzling over the sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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