Buttermilk Waffles

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. 2

   Lightly grease the waffle iron with non-stick spray or melted butter.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

5. 5

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.

6. 6

   Do not overmix—a few lumps are okay. Overmixing can make the waffles dense instead of fluffy.

7. 7

   Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron (the amount depends on your waffle maker size).

8. 8

   Close the lid and cook according to the waffle maker’s instructions, usually 3–5 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

9. 9

   Place the cooked waffles on a wire cooling rack set over a baking sheet, then keep them warm in a 200°F (95°C) oven while you finish cooking the rest.

10. 10

    Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings.