Belgian Waffles with Fresh Berries Recipe


Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for serving
  • Maple syrup or whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Waffle Iron:
    • Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Prepare Wet Ingredients:
    • In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
    • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Cook Waffles:
    • Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, using about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter per waffle (adjust based on your waffle iron size).
    • Close the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
  6. Serve:
    • Remove the cooked waffles from the waffle iron and place them on a serving plate.
    • Top each waffle with fresh berries and drizzle with maple syrup or add a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
  7. Enjoy:
    • Serve the Belgian waffles immediately while warm and enjoy the delicious combination of fluffy waffles with sweet, fresh berries.

This recipe makes approximately 4-6 Belgian waffles, depending on the size of your waffle iron.

Adjust the toppings and servings as per your preference and enjoy a delightful brunch treat!