Authentic New Year Belgian Waffles
These waffles are super simple and addictive! They’re authentic Belgian waffles, often made to celebrate the New Year and welcome loved ones. With only 5 minutes needed to prep the batter, they’re the perfect treat to share!
Yield: 35 waffles
Calories: 114kcal
Equipment
- Waffle iron | 4x7 or 6x10 (Note 1)
Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 250 g caster sugar
- 250 g butter, melted
- 4 eggs
- 20 g vanilla sugar (Note 3) | optional
Instructions
- Prepare the batter – In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla sugar.
- Cook the waffles – Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, mix until fully combined.
- Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high.
- Place one tablespoon of batter onto the iron, close it, and flip immediately for even batter distribution.
- Cook the waffle until golden brown. Cooking time will vary depending on your waffle iron's power, usually between 1 minute to 1 minute and 45 seconds. Do a test waffle to determine the optimal cooking time.
- Use a waffle fork to carefully remove the waffle and place it on a cooling rack.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Notes
- Waffle iron – A 4×7 or 6×10 waffle iron refers to the number of square segments on the iron. I could not find any Belgian waffle maker on Amazon.com that meets this specification. You need one that flips to distribute the batter evenly. Ideally, choose a rectangular waffle iron, as round waffle makers often produce small, quarter-pie-shaped waffles instead of full-sized round waffles.
- For softer waffles – If you prefer softer, airy waffles, separate the egg yolks from the whites. Beat the whites until soft peaks form, then gently fold them into the batter after combining the other ingredients.
- Vanilla sugar – If vanilla sugar isn’t available in your country, substitute with a drop of vanilla extract. Avoid using vanilla essence, as some brands have a chemical aftertaste.
- US measurements – This recipe requires precise weight for each ingredient. Use a kitchen scale instead of measuring cups for accuracy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 waffle | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 206IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.4mg
