Y’all, I make a mean buttermilk waffle recipe. It’s easy, and tasty with a capital T! And that ain’t just me saying it, boos. The reviews back it up. I keep these buttermilk waffles soft and fluffy, but with a nice golden, crunchy outside. My trick is beating the egg whites separately and folding them into the batter. That’s what sets these buttermilk waffles apart from the rest. Get into it!
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How to Make Buttermilk Waffles
These step-by-step photos show how to make easy buttermilk waffles, but be sure to check the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and detailed instructions. Skip to the → Best Buttermilk Waffles Recipe
1. Add the dry ingredients to a large bowl
Whisk everything together until evenly combined.
2. Add egg yolks, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla to the bowl
Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
PRO TIP: Y’all can’t have buttermilk waffles without buttermilk! Make your own by adding 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar to a measuring cup, then fill with milk to the 2-cup line. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles.
3. Beat the egg whites into the buttermilk batter until stiff peaks form
Gently fold them in so the batter stays light and airy.
4. Pour the batter into a hot waffle maker and cook your buttermilk waffles
Grease the waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, until your waffles are golden. Serve warm and enjoy!
PRO TIP: Watch the steam, boos. When it stops coming out of the waffle iron, that’s your sign the waffle is done and ready to come out.
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Buttermilk Waffles Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs separated
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 6 tablespoons salted butter melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In one large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon.
- Next whisk in egg yolks, buttermilk, melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Beat remaining egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold stiff egg whites into batter.
- Heat waffle maker, spray maker with non-stick spray and prepare waffles according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
How to Store
- Fridge: Let the waffles cool completely, then stack them with parchment paper in between and store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Keeps them from sticking and getting soggy.
- Freezer: Lay waffles in a single layer to freeze first, then stack with parchment paper and store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. I suggest freezing so you can just grab and reheat when you need them.
- Reheating: Pop them in the toaster or oven at 350°F until warmed through and crisp again. You can also use the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes to get them nice and crispy. Skip the microwave if you can boos. It will make them soft and sad.
Nutrition
Recipe Tips
- Use a stand mixer or electric mixer, boos. Beating egg whites by hand will take forever, so let the machine do the work and save your arm.
- Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks. When you lift the mixer, they should stand straight up without drooping.
- Don’t overmix the batter. Mix just until combined, then gently fold in the egg whites so you don’t deflate all the fluff you just worked for.
- Make sure your waffle iron is hot. Let it fully preheat. If it’s not hot enough, your buttermilk waffles will come out pale and soft.
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Serving Ideas
- Ice Cream Pairings: I’m obsessed with turning these into waffle ice cream sandwiches with vanilla bean or cookies and cream. You can also throw a scoop of raspberry, mocha, or strawberry right on top.
- Breakfast Plate: Serve your homemade buttermilk waffles with crispy bacon, sausage, or a slice of breakfast casserole. Add a swipe of apple butter or a spoon of lemon curd on top!
- Sweet and Saucy: Drizzle with caramel sauce, chocolate ganache, maple syrup, or strawberry sauce.
- Extra Toppings: Add fresh berries, bananas, or peaches. Or maybe a dollop of whipped cream or hard sauce! That’s good eatin, boos.
Recipe Help
I know it sounds like a good idea, but it doesn’t work well for this buttermilk waffles recipe. The egg whites will deflate in the fridge, so your waffles won’t be as fluffy. You can mix your dry ingredients ahead and keep them covered, then finish the batter fresh in the morning.
Your waffle iron likely wasn’t hot enough or didn’t have enough spray. Let it fully heat up and spray it well before each batch. If a waffle sticks, let it sit for a few seconds to firm up, then gently lift it with a rubber spatula or wooden utensil.
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There is something so comforting about waffles. These look perfect, especially with that syrup! Oh, and I’ve always wanted to go to a diner like that, but I don’t think we have any around here.
Same here Laura. We have diners here but it just doesn’t have that same feel. I miss it!
I’ve had a life long love for waffles! I’ve never tried buttermilk though – I feel like I’ve been majorly missing out!
Yes the buttermilk really gives it such a great flavor!
Late night dinners or shall I say brinner at a 24-hr diner after a night out in the town, ohh those were the days. Those bittersweet college days. 😉
OMG I love that term brinner! Haha that is so cute. Gosh now I feel old reminiscing about the gold ole college days.
College midnight diner visits with stacks of pancakes and waffles. YES! I did it too. And I could go for a huge plate of these gorgeous waffles for lunch right now. And maybe another plate for dinner!? 😉
Same here Sally! I adore stacks of pancakes AND waffles! I would love a stack right now too!
Nothing beats the late night breakfasts I had in college, but these waffles look like they come close!
Thanks Kelly! I adored my late night breakfasts in college too!
Yum! These waffles look delicious and SIMPLE…my favorite combination! Pinned!
Thanks so much!!
They’re absolutely PERFECT waffles! Pinned 🙂 Wish this was my breakfast!
Same here Averie! And thanks so much for stopping by!
I grew up on pancakes and grew to love waffles as I got older at diners as well! I prefer waffles over pancakes, and these look so light and fluffy — just perfect any time you want a special breakfast…or lunch…or dinner. I’d seriousness at these any time of day!
I love the debate between pancakes and waffles. I think I have come to love anything slathered in butter and warm syrup.
You know, I didn’t start eating waffles until college either. Sunday brunches with girlfriends to catch up on the weekend, talk about boys and the recent tales on campus. Those were really amazing times and I always look forward to brunches now as we are all in different stages in life. Thanks for bringing back memories with some good buttermilk waffles!!
Yes Zainab, it sounds like we have similar experiences with our girlfriend brunch outings. They are the best.
These waffles look AMAZING! Wish I had a stack for breakfast this morning 🙂
Same here Laura!