Lemon Blueberry Waffles

Jun 10, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

Bright and zesty lemon buttermilk waffles studded with fresh blueberries and enhanced with real vanilla bean and lemon juice for a refreshing twist on a classic favorite.

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Cooling 10 min

Total 45 min

Yield 5 waffles

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Ingredients

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waffles

2.0 cups (240.0 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 largeeggs
1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)buttermilk, at room temperature
6.0 tbsp (85.0 g)unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 ½ tbsp (9.0 g)lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
1 ¼ cups (190.0 g)fresh blueberries, rinsed and patted dry

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Instructions

Preheat the waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs until combined. Stir in the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla bean seeds, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy, do not overmix.
Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the baking powder to activate and the flavors to meld.
Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries, trying not to break them to prevent discoloring the batter.
Lightly grease the heated waffle iron with butter or cooking spray.
Spoon about 1/2 to 3/4 cup (120 to 180 ml) batter per waffle onto the waffle iron. Close and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
Transfer finished waffles to a wire rack to keep crisp while cooking remaining batter.
Serve the waffles warm, optionally topped with additional fresh blueberries, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a lemon-infused whipped cream.

Tips

Allowing the batter to rest improves texture and lets bubbles form for fluffier waffles.
Use both lemon juice and zest to maximize bright lemon flavor in the waffles.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make lemon blueberry waffles?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 10 minutes to rest. The recipe makes 4-6 waffles.

How should I store lemon blueberry waffles?

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a toaster oven to restore crispness.

Can I make lemon blueberry waffles ahead?

Prepare waffle batter up to 1 hour ahead and keep refrigerated before cooking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. 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.

Bright and zesty lemon buttermilk waffles studded with fresh blueberries and enhanced with real vanilla bean and lemon juice for a refreshing twist on a classic favorite.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 5 servings this recipe makes.

420 Calories / serving

18.0g Fat

52.2g Carbs

11.9g Protein

13.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (5 servings): ~2100 cal · 90g fat · 261g carbs · 60g protein · 68g sugar

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

Per serving · 420 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 79 min·4.6 mi·~9250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 57 min·2.9 mi·~5700 steps
Moderate cycling 43 min·8.6 mi
Swimming laps 59 min
Jogging 41 min·3.4 mi·~6550 steps
Stair climbing 39 min·~3500 steps
Dancing 68 min
Bodyweight circuit training 43 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 98 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.