Belgian waffles have that irresistible combo of crisp edges and soft, airy centers that make them a breakfast staple, but honestly, they’re great any time of day. I’ve scoured around for recipes that folks rave about, pulling from home cooks and pros alike, and these ones keep popping up as favorites. Whether you’re after something quick with baking powder or a yeasted version for extra fluff, there’s a bit of everything here to suit your mood.
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1. Belgian Waffles
This recipe nails the classic Belgian waffle with a crispy outside and fluffy inside, thanks to a smart addition of corn flour and whipped egg whites. It’s straightforward, great for a weekend breakfast or even a dessert with ice cream and fruit, keeping things light without buttermilk for that perfect texture.
The process mixes dry and wet ingredients separately, folding in airy egg whites for extra lift, then cooks the batter in a hot waffle iron. Keeping the waffles warm in the oven ensures they stay crisp until ready to serve.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup corn flour/starch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 eggs, separated
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
How to cook it:
Preheat the oven to 200°F. Combine flour, corn flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth, then add milk, butter, and vanilla. Mix wet and dry ingredients until mostly smooth. Beat egg whites to stiff peaks and fold them gently into the batter. Heat a waffle iron, pour in batter, and cook per the iron’s instructions. Keep waffles warm in the oven until serving.
What To Serve With:
Top with maple syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream for a classic vibe, or try ice cream and fruit for a dessert twist.
2. Homemade Belgian Waffles
This recipe delivers reliable Belgian waffles with a touch of cinnamon for warmth, ideal for a cozy family breakfast. Separating the eggs adds fluffiness, though some tweaks, like whipping the egg whites, might make it even better.
It’s a simple mix of dry ingredients, blended wet ingredients, and a quick cook in a waffle iron. The flexibility to add your own toppings makes this a go-to for any morning.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
How to cook it:
Whisk flour, baking soda, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix egg yolks, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring well. For extra fluff, beat egg whites to stiff peaks and fold in. Pour about 3/4 of the batter into a preheated waffle iron and cook until golden. Add toppings and serve.
What To Serve With:
Fresh fruit, a sprinkle of powdered sugar, or a drizzle of honey keeps it simple and satisfying.
3. Sour Cream Belgian Waffles
This recipe creates rich, indulgent waffles with sour cream for a creamy depth that stands out. A generous amount of eggs and baking powder ensures a fluffy, hearty result, perfect for a filling brunch.
It starts with beating egg whites for lightness, blending wet ingredients with sour cream for richness, and folding it all together before cooking. The steps are clear, making it doable even on a busy morning.
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 3 tsp vanilla
- 1 1/3 cups sour cream
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 cups flour
- 4 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp baking soda
How to cook it:
Separate egg whites, beat until stiff, and chill. Mix egg yolks, melted butter, milk, vanilla, and sour cream until blended. Add sugar, flour, baking powder, and baking soda, mixing well. Fold in chilled egg whites. Cook batter in a waffle iron set to medium-high (around 5.5) until done. Serve warm.
What To Serve With:
Pair with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, or maple syrup to complement the rich sour cream.
4. Vanilla Belgian Waffle
This take on Belgian waffles uses vanilla coffee creamer powder for a sweet, aromatic boost. Evaporated milk gives the batter a smooth, rich texture, making it a quick yet flavorful choice for breakfast.
The method is no-fuss: mix dry ingredients, blend wet ones with the creamer twist, combine, and cook. The vanilla flavor shines, ready for any topping you’re in the mood for.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp vanilla coffee creamer powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 can (339.9 ml) Carnation evaporated milk
- 6 tbsp melted butter
How to cook it:
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, creamer powder, and salt in a medium bowl. In another bowl, combine eggs, vanilla extract, evaporated milk, and melted butter. Add wet to dry, stirring to form a batter. Pour into a preheated waffle iron and cook until golden. Serve with toppings of choice.
What To Serve With:
Sliced bananas, a handful of nuts, or chocolate syrup make for a decadent treat.
5. Belgian-Style Yeast Waffles
This yeast-based waffle recipe offers an authentic, airy texture with a slight tang from the yeast. Maple syrup and vanilla in the batter add a gentle sweetness, making it a hit for brunch or a special breakfast.
The process takes longer due to the yeast rise, but the fluffiness is worth it. Mix, let it rest (overnight for best results), and cook for crisp, golden waffles that hold up to any topping.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cup (296 ml) milk
- 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water + 1 tsp sugar
How to cook it:
Mix warm water and sugar, sprinkle yeast on top, and let sit 5-10 minutes until bubbly. Warm milk and butter to ~105°F. Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup in another bowl. Add all liquids to flour, then yeast mix, stirring lightly (lumps are okay). Cover and let rise for 1 hour or refrigerate overnight. Preheat waffle iron, stir batter, and cook 2-6 minutes depending on iron size. Cool on a rack before serving.
What To Serve With:
Maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar are classic choices.
6. Shocking and Super Rich Belgian Waffles
This decadent waffle recipe uses plenty of butter and nib sugar for a caramelized crunch. It’s rich and indulgent, great for freezing to reheat for quick breakfasts or even lunchbox treats, though it’s not for those watching calories.
The dough is kneaded with yeast for rise, shaped with sugar inside, and cooked carefully to keep its texture. Variations like chocolate chips or matcha offer fun ways to switch it up.
Ingredients:
- 200 g bread flour
- 100 g cooled low-fat milk (1%)
- 35 g egg yolks (~2)
- 10 g honey
- 30 g sugar
- 2 g salt
- 5 g dry yeast
- 110 g unsalted butter (1 stick)
- Appropriate amount nib sugar (or waffle sugar)
How to cook it:
Mix egg yolks, milk, and honey with flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and room-temperature butter to form dough. Knead and let rise 30-50 minutes. Divide into 40g pieces (8-10 total). Press one side into nib sugar, wrap it inside, and reshape. Let rise 10 minutes under a wet towel. Preheat waffle maker to level 2, cook 2 minutes with lid lightly closed until browned. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
What To Serve With:
Enjoy the sugar crunch solo or add chocolate sauce or fruit for extra flavor.
7. Easy Belgian Churro Waffles
This recipe combines waffles and churros using a boxed mix with a cinnamon kick. It’s a quick, playful option for when you want something fun without much work, ready in just a few minutes.
Follow the box instructions, add cinnamon, cook, and finish with a sugar-cinnamon sprinkle. The result is a crispy, sweet waffle that feels like a fairground treat at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 box Belgian waffle mix
- Cinnamon (to taste)
- Sugar (for sprinkling)
- Butter (for mix)
How to cook it:
Prepare waffle mix per box instructions, adding warm water, butter, and cinnamon to taste. Preheat waffle maker, spray with non-stick spray, and cook batter for 3.5 minutes or until golden and crispy. Sprinkle with a mix of sugar and cinnamon before serving.
What To Serve With:
Warm chocolate dipping sauce or whipped cream enhances the churro vibe.
8. Belgium Waffles w/Fresh Apple Compote
This recipe pairs classic waffles with a warm apple compote, blending breakfast and dessert vibes. The compote, with cinnamon and brown sugar, brings cozy sweetness, perfect for a dinner craving something sweet.
The waffles are easy to make, and the compote cooks quickly in a pan. Topping with whipped cream or powdered sugar adds an extra treat for those indulgent moments.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp butter or margarine
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 eggs
- 1 2/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
How to cook it:
Melt butter in a pan, add peeled, cored, and sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla; cook 8-10 minutes until tender. Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir wet into dry. Spray waffle iron, pour in batter, and cook 2-4 minutes until brown. Top with apple compote and optional whipped cream or powdered sugar.
What To Serve With:
The apple compote shines, but vanilla ice cream or a sprinkle of nuts adds a nice touch.
9. KETO Belgium Waffles
This keto-friendly waffle recipe uses almond and coconut flours for a low-carb option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Xanthan gum helps mimic traditional waffle texture, and a hint of cinnamon adds warmth.
It’s a simple blend of wet and dry ingredients, mixed until smooth, and cooked until golden. The process is quick, offering a satisfying breakfast for those on a keto diet.
Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp sugar-free vanilla syrup (or 1 tsp vanilla extract + 2 packets stevia)
- 1/8 cup light oil
- 1 tsp butter or vanilla flavor/extract
- 1 cup half and half (+/-)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup coconut flour
How to cook it:
Beat eggs, vanilla syrup, oil, butter flavor, and half and half until frothy. Add cinnamon, baking powder, xanthan gum, almond flour, and coconut flour; blend until smooth. Pour half the batter into a preheated Belgian waffle maker and cook until golden brown and cooked through.
What To Serve With:
Sugar-free syrup, fresh berries, or whipped cream keeps it keto-friendly and delicious.
10. Easy Belgian Waffle Recipe
This recipe makes big, fluffy waffles by whipping egg whites to peaks for a light, airy texture. The option to use buttermilk, half and half, or milk gives flexibility based on what’s in the pantry.
It involves straining dry ingredients for smoothness, mixing wet ingredients, folding in whipped egg whites, and cooking in a hot waffle iron. Getting the iron nice and hot ensures a golden crust.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tbsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp vanilla
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 cup half and half (or milk/buttermilk)
- 1 stick melted butter
- 4 egg whites
How to cook it:
Strain flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda into a bowl; whisk together. Mix egg yolks, half and half, vanilla, and melted butter in another bowl. Combine wet and dry until thick. Whip egg whites to stiff peaks and fold into batter. Spray a preheated waffle iron with non-stick spray, add ~1 cup batter, and cook until golden.
What To Serve With:
Classic maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar makes it a crowd-pleaser.
Conclusion
Wrapping it up, Belgian waffles are one of those simple joys that can turn an ordinary morning into something special, and with these recipes, you’ve got options whether you’re in the mood for a quick mix or a slower, yeasted batch. I’ve tried a few myself, and that crispy edge with a fluffy middle never gets old – experiment with toppings like fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate to make them your own. Give one a shot this weekend; you might just find your new go-to. What’s your favorite twist on waffles? Drop a comment if you’ve got one!