Classic Buttermilk Waffles

Sep 8, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of golden classic buttermilk waffles on a plate with a pat of butter and the toppings from the recipe

These classic buttermilk waffles are enriched with extra egg yolks and vanilla bean paste for a tender, flavorful texture and a deeply aromatic vanilla note.

Prep 15 min

Cook 15 min

Cooling 10 min

Total 40 min

Yield 6 waffles

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Ingredients

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waffles

2 ¼ cups (270.0 g)all-purpose flour
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)sugar
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)baking powder
½ tsp (2.0 g)baking soda
½ tsp (2.0 g)fine sea salt
3.0 large (55.0 g)egg yolks
2.0 large (66.0 g)egg whites
1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)buttermilk, at room temperature
6.0 tbsp (85.0 g)unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)vanilla bean paste

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Instructions

Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla bean paste until combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
Fold the beaten egg whites carefully into the batter to lighten it without deflating.
Let the batter rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to hydrate and develop tenderness.
Lightly grease the waffle iron with melted butter or nonstick spray.
Pour about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the center of the waffle iron. Close and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Remove and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter, greasing the iron as needed.
Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, and fresh berries or whipped cream if desired.

Tips

Whipping and folding in egg whites creates a lighter, fluffier waffle texture.
Vanilla bean paste adds rich vanilla flavor and attractive flecks compared to extract.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make classic buttermilk waffles?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 10 minutes to chill. The recipe makes about 6 waffles.

How should I store classic buttermilk waffles?

Keep leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, and reheat in a toaster or oven for crispness.

Can I make classic buttermilk waffles ahead?

The batter can be prepared and rested up to 30 minutes ahead before cooking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

These classic buttermilk waffles are enriched with extra egg yolks and vanilla bean paste for a tender, flavorful texture and a deeply aromatic vanilla note.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 6 servings this recipe makes.

348 Calories / serving

15.1g Fat

42.8g Carbs

9.7g Protein

8.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (6 servings): ~2088 cal · 91g fat · 257g carbs · 58g protein · 50g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 348 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 47 min·2.4 mi·~4700 steps
Moderate cycling 35 min·7.0 mi
Swimming laps 49 min
Jogging 34 min·2.8 mi·~5450 steps
Stair climbing 32 min·~2900 steps
Dancing 57 min
Bodyweight circuit training 35 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 81 min

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