Belgian Waffle Recipe

Belgian waffles are almost a synonym for waffles so what kind of a waffle site would we be if we did not have a Belgian waffle recipe in our waffle arsenal. Not to mention that Belgian waffles taste heavenly. Surprisingly enough, they are named after Belgium and are known worldwide.

Belgian waffle recipe will give you waffles that are light (because of the yeast) and crispy (because of the egg whites). Our mouths are watering already. And for sure you can mix them and top them with many different flavors. You can eat them with fruits, enjoy them with deserts or whipped cream with some chocolate topping. What also makes Belgian waffles stand out is their size. They are made in XXL waffle irons, but if you do not have one it's OK, they will taste just as good using a normal waffle iron.

The best way to make Belgian waffles is to use yeast. Yeast will make Belgian waffles fluffy, soft and yummy. You could also use baking powder or cake flour but you will get the best result with yeast. If you use yeast then eat them when they are done. They are not that good the next day… hmmm… we try really hard be we can't see the problem here :). Belgian waffles are in fact a common name for two kinds of waffles - Brussels waffles and Liege Waffles, but people usually imagine Brussels waffles when they talk about Belgian waffles so first we will give you Brussles kind of Belgian waffle recipe.

Belgian Waffle Recipe


For a Basic Belgian Waffle recipe we will need:
3 1/4 cups (1 lb. — 500g) all purpose flour
one sachet (7g) instant dried yeast
4 medium eggs
whole milk (you can also add some sparkling mineral water and make them even fluffier)
two sticks (1/2 lb. — 250g) butter
vanilla sugar
some salt

Got everything? Right! We will put the belgian waffle recipe into 9 steps so it is easier to follow:

1. Take a cup of milk and heat it until it is lukewarm then mix in your yeast. You can now leave the yeast standing for a while.
2. In the mean time – melt the butter, but stop as soon as it melts, don’t over heat it or even burn it – you will lose the taste. You also need to...
3. ...separate the egg yolks from the egg whites and beat the egg whites until you get snow.
4. Now take a big giant huge bowl and throw in all the flour, vanilla sugar (one sachet) and some salt. Make a hole in the middle of the flour and fill it with melted butter, dissolved yeast and egg yolk.
5. Mix while you are adding milk (and some mineral water if you want). You should mix it really well so there are no lumps. The question you might ask here is how dense should the dough be, how much milk? It should be thick, think pancakes and then make it a bit thicker.
6. OK, now gently mix the beaten egg whites into the dough…and…STOP! Enough mixing :).
7. We are really hungry right now but the hardest part of this recipe comes next – leave the dough to rest and rise at room temperature for a while. How long? Until the volume of the dough doubles or even triples! We told you to take a really big bowl. If you are in a hurry then wait for 30 minutes to one hour, but if you can, make the waffle dough in the evening and leave it overnight.
8. Use the oil to grease the waffle iron (which should be hot hot hot) so your waffles don't stick to it and pour the dough in it. Bake the until they turn golden brown.
9. This step is really easy…. Well, eat them already!

We can't say this Belgian waffle recipe is as easy as some of other recipes on our site but it sure kicks the ass out of every other waffle when it comes to taste. Yummy!


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28.09.2007. 07:24

Comments

wfl_luvr 29.12.2007. 03:56

I am gonna try this out on Sunday and let know how it tastes.

-Waffle Lover

Waffle recipes 07.01.2008. 04:47

Hey wfl_luvr, please do! :)

william 20.01.2008. 09:37

I am not a cook, but what I do know about it is that to cook for one is hard. I just want to make one waffle. Do you have any ideas about portions of the recipe?

Waffle Man 20.01.2008. 14:01

Hey william, you can try and divide all the ingredients by 2.

Linda 28.01.2008. 11:45

Would you know how to measure the yeast in teaspoons?

lyze 29.01.2008. 22:05

i do really love waffle specially belgian, so this recipe will be great, i'll give it a try this week end and let see the result.

Waffle Man 31.01.2008. 06:13

Hi, we'll try to put all the recipes into cups and spoons. For yeast, that would be 4-5 teaspoons.

Rebecca 06.02.2008. 17:48

Hi William, You could make a whole batch and freeze some... they are brilliant reheated in the toaster. Straight from frozen! Or, give some away... you will become very popular. Happywaffling.

D. A. Marie Skonecki 19.02.2008. 11:40

Make 1 waffle? How about freeze the rest and eat 1 each day for breakfast?

Urdhr 15.03.2008. 12:58

Just to let everyone here know ... vanilla sugar is sometimes sold in packets (as this recipe suggests). However sometimes it is sold in bulk and it can also be homemade (it is very easy; simply take 1-2 vanilla beans, 1 airtight jar, and regular granulated sugar and let it sit for about 3 weeks ... I do this).
I'm posting this because this recipe assumes you are using, or can find, the packets. If you aren't, or can't, you will have to know the amount of sugar in the packet ... 8 grams/0.28 ounces/1.68 US teaspoons ... this recipe doesn't tell you that.

If you can't make vanilla sugar (above) or can't find it anywhere you can use regular sugar plus 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract for this recipe.

I hope this helps those that are curious.

Urdhr

Raymond Lazinski 17.03.2008. 17:28

In Belgium I ate stuffed waffles filled with wipped cream and fruits. I cannot find, anywhere, the details of making hollow waffles, so they can be stuffed.A number of companys make waffle irons that turn over. None of them can tell me why they spend so much extra time engineering and manufacturing waffle irons that turn over since the real reason is to make a waffle that is hollow inside (make waffle until crust on bottom then turn over so liquid batter flows into what is now the bottom heated plate). Please tell me where I can find instructions and receipt for hollow waffles.

SUPERKU 27.03.2008. 11:36

OMG I LOOOOOOOOVE WAFFLES

Susie 06.04.2008. 08:45

I really really like the taste of the EGGO french toast frozen waffles and they make great egg sandwiches.
I have a cheapo round waffle maker with 4 sections.
How can I successfully alter a waffle recipe to get that mapley, cinnamony flavor in a waffle?

I've only made 1 batch of waffles in 10 years. I used Bisquick to make sure my old waffle maker still worked.
The waffle maker worked great. The Bisquick waffles for horrible. Fortunately my 4 dogs appreciated them.

I think I could get into this waffle thing. My grandkids love the frozen ones. Typically something homemade is better than frozen.

HELP?
Susie
ssarge@owc.net

Waffly 14.04.2008. 02:54

Raymond: I haven't used rotating waffle maker yet, but as far as I understand it - it does quite the opposite - it makes waffles more even without any voids in them :)

Susie: for cinnamon taste just add some cinnamon powder :)!!

jenn 18.05.2008. 21:49

you could probably just cut a hole in the side of the waffle and have it taste just as good; that's how they make those cheap-o creme filled doughnuts that aren't actually cooked with the creme.

jennyINaz 18.05.2008. 23:39

You can buy small boxes of vanilla sugar in IKEA's food section. Just an FYI

Chris from Belgium 19.05.2008. 12:56

Lovely to see that people love waffles from the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.
Of course in Belgium you will many variants of recipes.
This one is a very good one. However, I use 8 eggs (and yes, separate the yolk and the white)
If you are able to find real fresh yeast, use 40 grams (I guess, it's 1/2 oz)
I also use 4 dl (1pint) of milk + 4 dl (1pint) of spankling water.
In stead of vannila sugar, I use 4cl (? 8 US teaspoon, not sure about that) of Mandarine Napoleon Liquor (or Grand Marnier or any triple sec liquor)
But hey, this is only my variation, and I'm pretty sure if you meet an other Belgian, perhaps he / she will give you another variation on the same theme: Brussels Waffles :-) Enjoy it anyway

kyra 26.05.2008. 15:19

this was a good recipe and my family really enjoyed it

Katina 27.05.2008. 06:30

We like waffles in the southern hemisphere too!
Chris from Belgium for 8 eggs do you use a kilo of flour?

Kathy 09.06.2008. 12:17

We were recently in Brussels and ate some phenomenal waffles that were nothing like the ones we have here in the States. They had little pockets of sugar crystals that added an extra sweetness that was heavenly. I had never thought of waffles as being for anything more than breakfast, but those "dessert" waffles, topped with fruit and real cream were awesome! Where can I buy these here in Colorado?

GOSIA 19.06.2008. 03:50

hi - is there anyone out there who can tell me how to get that lovely sugary coating on a waffle without it sticking and burning onto the irons? my actual waffle recipe is good - it's just how to add the nibbed sugar that i can't do - it just goes all black and burnt - and then it stinks !! help

Phaedra Montague 27.06.2008. 09:50

Great recipe. But my favorite is pumpkin waffles. Mmmmmmm. Here's the best recipe I've ever found for them - http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/PUMPKIN-WAFFLES-ULTIMATE-PUMPKIN-1270615

Greta 29.06.2008. 12:26

How much is "some" vegetable oil?

Sara B. 04.07.2008. 10:11

About 1 tablespoon I guess... Some is like not too much. Just an idea. :)

newaffle 13.07.2008. 12:46

how does 3 1/4 cups equal 500g? Isn't 1 cup = 250g

cups and grams 15.07.2008. 02:18

newaffle, when you convert cups to grams you have to keep in mind what is in those cups. For instance - one cup of water is heavier that one cup of flour. Some examples I've found...

How Many Grams Are In A Cup?
Granulated sugar: 1 cup = 200 grams
Brown sugar: 1 cup, packed = 220 grams
Sifted white flour: 1 cup = 125 grams
White rice, uncooked: 1 cup = 185 grams
White rice, cooked: 1 cup = 175 grams
Butter: 1 cup = 227 grams
Almonds, slivered: 1 cup = 108 grams
Oil: 1 cup = 224 grams
Maple syrup: 1 cup = 322 grams
Milk, non-fat: 1 cup = 245 grams
Milk, sweetened condensed: 306 grams
Broccoli, flowerets: 1 cup = 71 grams
Raisins: 1 cup, packed = 165 grams
Milk, dry: 1 cup = 68 grams
Yogurt: 1 cup = 245 grams
Water: 1 cup = 236 grams
Confectioners sugar: 1 C = 110 g
Cocoa: 1 C = 125 g
etc..

end even these are not consistent. If you check different sources you get different values.

Steve from downunder 18.07.2008. 17:20

We were just given our great grandmother's waffle iron from St Niklas. Hot as fire but works well with rice oil. First one is usually knackered, but after that all good. Smakelijk.

Mari from PHX 27.07.2008. 10:00

I would like to provide feedback on this recipe. I recommend that when a recipe is given that it includes everything a person needs to do not assuming that people are cooks. This recipe is vague. Last night we started it to have the mix ready in the morning. We had to start it twice and at the end the mix was put in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap. I know we must have done that last part wrong because it didn't inflate as described. We didn't put the mix in the fridge because it was told in the recipe, we did it because that is what we do with leftover pancake mix and nothing was mentioned in the recipe on how to cover the bowl or if needed to be covered at all. We assumed it needed to go into the refrigerator because of the raw eggs.

If there is any way you can edit the recipe, please make sure you mention temperature the milk needs to be (so we don't kill the yeast). I actually used water (1/4 C with a pinch of sugar, dissolved everything and it worked better that the milk) and well, the covering or not covering the bowl if you are putting it in the refrigerator.

We are crossing our fingers to have it come out well in the waffle grill when our guest come to join us for brunch.

Sugar is sweet 09.08.2008. 04:01

How much is a "sachet" of vanilla sugar? 1 tsp, 1 cup or 1 kg?? Quantity of sugar in baked goods is critical to success! Help!!

Olga 24.10.2008. 09:28

Can this be made in a bread machine? I yes could you tell me how?
kind rgds

Lisa 30.10.2008. 08:15

Olga, I don't think they can be made in a bread machine..

schroederism 02.11.2008. 08:04

Hey all...great website! I love the recipe ideas. I inherited an XXL waffle maker from some very good frieds when their restaurant closed down years ago. I am the only one in my family that can lift it and it is the kind that rotates after the timer bell dings.

Our base recipe almost always starts with a Belgian waffle one and then we tailor it... Banana Chocolate chip, Cappucino Cream, Split-n-Stuffed, Mixed Wildberries, etc. The list is endless and they are always great with or without fresh maple syrup. Today we will be making the pumpkin as mentioned earlier in this chaina - can't wait!

wanda 17.11.2008. 08:23

I have made these waffles before there awsome
it just takes time but is well worth it so ladies
get in that kitchen and whip some up for your lovley husband or special person in your life .
i make them for about 2 or 3 mornings and batter is still good.

Kiwichic 17.12.2008. 00:59

I'm going to try this recipe as part of our Christmas celebrations.
Can someone tell me how many waffles this recipe makes?
It doesn't give any clues at all and because of the inclusion of yeast I can't just have a guess at it.

magma3637 22.12.2008. 23:31

thanks 4 d recipe. i'm gonna make it for breakfast (",)y

wafflesoup 26.12.2008. 23:15

"I'm posting this because this recipe assumes you are using, or can find, the packets. If you aren't, or can't, you will have to know the amount of sugar in the packet ... 8 grams/0.28 ounces/1.68 US teaspoons ... this recipe doesn't tell you that."

Waffles for breakfast 29.12.2008. 07:10

What if u decide not to use yeast?

Waffle recipe without yeast 03.01.2009. 14:30

@Waffles for breakfast, just try one of the recipes here that do not have yeast. I think there is plenty of them...

Adolf Oliver Bush 15.01.2009. 01:41

Your recipe for Brussel style Belgian Waffles is great, can't argue that... but i've been a cook/chef for 10 years and it was not the easiest to follow. might consider putting some stuff (like "some" salt.... how much is "some"???) in more lamens terms. this recipe went great with some homemade strawberry coolis and whipped cream!!

RN 08.02.2009. 08:59

This recipe works much better if you douple the yeast and slightly warm the milk before adding to the batter. Also, as with any yeast recipe, let it rise in a warm place or a barely warmed oven (over 80 degrees, but less than 130)

mariyana 11.02.2009. 23:13

I recently bought a waffle maker and tried almost all of the recipes in the book which came along with it but they were just bad. I also tried some other recipes from the net and was very disappointed until i came across your website and your recipe.
Simply cool! Thanks a lot, you made my day :D.

Greettings!

WAFFLEHEAD 28.02.2009. 16:44

I LOVE WAFFLES THEY R YUMMY FEED ME WAFFLES THEY ARE YUMMY

missy waffles 09.03.2009. 12:09

amazing recipie i make it abuot twice a week

Inti 10.03.2009. 05:43

Wow, I tried these out. They are excellent.

ziad 25.05.2009. 06:45

hi' I'm from Malaysia and love waffles! have to try this recipe!

kal 10.06.2009. 05:39

hey anyone know how to make this waffle with out using eggs please

Carol 11.06.2009. 12:52

Hi!

I went to the King Arthur site and found pearl sugar. I found Swedish Pearl Sugar on this site. So go to this site and type in : Kingarthurflour.com . Hope I've been some help to any person making waffles.

My daughter, son-inlaw, and 2 granson's were in Belgiam for almost 2 years because of a job. We went over & loved the waffles and now that they are back we miss the waffles and street venders selling them every day.

Marc 17.07.2009. 12:47

I was searching the net for a recipe and the Emril one on foodnetwork.com got mixed reviews so I tried this one. I liked it, but the recipe here is a little vague in terms of the final consistency before rising. I also added sugar (~2 tblesp) and vanilla extract (~1 tsp) since I didn't have the vanilla sugar. I also added chocolate chips at the end as a variation. It took about 2 hours to rise. I am going to try these again for a friend this weekend. Enjoy!

billy spleen 16.08.2009. 09:44

this waffle recipe sucks its full of butter anybody wanting a godd recipe go to a different site

9loosfranl 24.08.2009. 17:42

Try this pumpkin waffle recipe - http://pumpkinwaffles.wordpress.com/ultimate-pumpkin-waffle-recipe/

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