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Thick and Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles

My family's favorite staple recipe for Thick and Fluffy Homemade Buttermilk Waffles. This recipe will give you golden, buttery waffles that are perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and can be topped with a variety of delicious ingredients.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 5 waffles
Author: Jessica

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tbs granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoon baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 1 ¾ cup buttermilk see notes to make your own
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Begin by heating up your waffle iron and greasing it if you need to.
  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Make a well in the center, and pour in buttermilk, eggs, melted butter and vanilla. Mix until everything is fully combined without over-mixing. Let the batter rest for two minutes.
  • Every waffle iron is different size wise so this may be different for everyone - pour about ½-3/4 cup of batter per waffle to get a perfect, full waffle. Place waffles on a wire rack in a single layer and repeat this process with the remaining batter. Best served immediately.

Notes

Waffle-making tip: After each waffle is made, place them on a wire rack in a single layer instead of stacking them so they stay nice and crispy on the outside.
To make your own buttermilk: Stir in 2 tablespoons of white distilled vinegar or fresh lemon juice to the milk. Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
Storage instructions: Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing instructions: To freeze, place cooled waffles in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months. To serve, toast them up in a toaster oven, oven or even a microwave until warmed through. You can use a regular toaster if you cut the waffles into smaller pieces.