Light Fluffy Crispy Buttermilk Waffles

There’s nothing like a lazy Sunday morning breakfast, especially when these Light Fluffy Crispy Buttermilk Waffles are being served.

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I already know what you’re thinking, another buttermilk recipe, really? Well, I apologize in advance…but, in my defense…just look at them. What’s there not to love?

Even more spectacular is the taste. I’ve tried buttermilk-less recipes, and I think they all have a noticeable aftertaste. So, you can be sure that if there’s a recipe which calls for buttermilk, it’s immediately placed in my “to do” folder. The minute I tried this recipe it became my go-to for light fluffy crispy buttermilk waffles.

My upbringing as an Italian-Canadian (sometimes it felt more like a Canadian-Italian) did not include waffles.  As a kid, my siblings and I would occasionally have the commercial brand whenever my mom would “give in” to our tantrums (probably watched too many commercials as a kid, I guess). It was only when I became a mother that I was totally grateful to all the times my mom said no to the frozen “Eggo”. Have you ever taken a minute to read the nutritional label of this frozen food? Well, I did and once I began to understand the effects of processed foods on our bodies, I decided on the spot to make an effort to eat healthier. Highly processed usually means a lot of salt, chemicals and harmful fats.

You’re looking at this and thinking “I just don’t have the time”. Well, that was also my thought process. But you know what, they’re ready in less than 30 minutes. I usually measure the dry ingredients the night before, making the whole process quicker in the morning. They also freeze very well so you can also enjoy them during the week, as a snack or as a light supper.

Origins of the recipe for Light Fluffy Crispy Buttermilk Waffles:

I’ve adapted this recipe from Martha Stewart Living, with one modification. I’ve substituted the butter with vegetable oil. On occasion, I’ve also replaced up to half the amount of all purpose flour with whole wheat flour- depending who I’m making it for.

I love to serve these light fluffy crispy buttermilk waffles with lots of fruit and a dusting of powdered sugar. How do you like to top off your waffles?

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Light Fluffy Crispy Buttermilk Waffles

I love to serve these light fluffy crispy buttermilk waffles with lots of fruit and a generous dusting of powdered sugar. How do you top off your waffles?

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 12 servings

Calories 213 kcal

Author Maria @ She Loves Biscotti

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour all purpose
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs separated (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups buttermilk room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• non-stick spray

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together dry ingredients. Whisk in the brown sugar. Set aside.
2. In another bowl, whisk together egg yolks,oil,buttermilk,and vanilla. Gently combine with dry mixture.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, beat egg whites until stiff.
4. Gently fold the egg whites to batter.
5. Heat waffle iron. Spray with non-stick spray.
6. Pour about 1/4 - 1/3 cup for each waffle. (I use a large serving ladle and drop the batter in the middle of the waffle iron).
7. Cook 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

8. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and transfer to oven to keep warm (set oven to 200℉/93℃).

9. Serve with your favourite toppings.

Recipe Notes

You can replace up to 1 cup of the all purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
Special equipment required: waffle iron

1 serving = 1 waffle

Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used. 

*adapted from Martha Stewart

Nutrition Facts

Light Fluffy Crispy Buttermilk Waffles

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 213 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11g 17%

Saturated Fat 8g 40%

Cholesterol 45mg 15%

Sodium 247mg 10%

Potassium 148mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 22g 7%

Sugars 6g

Protein 4g 8%

Vitamin A 2.5%

Calcium 8.1%

Iron 6.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Ciao for now!

Maria 🙂

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