Should you spray a waffle iron?
While most waffle irons are typically non-stick, it’s perfectly fine to give yours a little spritz with cooking spray before adding a scoop of batter. There’s nothing worse than a stuck-on waffle when hungry kids (or adults) are waiting in your kitchen.
Are waffles healthy?
Waffles can be a healthy breakfast if you watch the way you make them and you’re careful with portions and toppings. Whole wheat flour is healthier than white in your recipes, and adding fresh fruit (instead of whipped cream and chocolate sauce) adds fiber and vitamins.
Can I use pancake mix to make waffles?
Yes, you can use pancake mix to whip up almost any waffle recipe, though a slight change to the recipe is recommended. Most boxed mixes suggest adding a little more oil (vegetable or canola), milk and egg batter to the mix than you’d normally use for pancakes.
Waffle topping ideas
Fresh fruitPowdered sugarWhipped creamNutellaChocolate syrupCaramelPeanut butterHoneyShredded coconutBerriesCrushed/slivered nuts (almonds, pistachio, walnuts)
Also, you could mix eggs in your waffle batter for a cross between an omelet and a waffle or add in potato hash browns for a hybrid waffle and hash browns combination to serve for brunch with eggs and sausage links.
How long to cook waffles
Follow the instructions on your waffle iron, which usually has an audio warning that sounds when waffles are ready. Waffles are usually cooked after two to three minutes.
How to reheat waffles
Waffles are easily reheated in a toaster or toaster oven on low for a minute or so. And many waffles can be rewarmed in a low oven (200 F)—just wrap the waffles in foil first.
Can you make waffles without a waffle iron?
No waffle iron? No problem! You can make waffles in a grill pan and they’ll turn out just as deliciously. The only drawback is the lack of grid squares that result from an actual waffle iron. But with a grill pan, you can still get some indentations to hold melted butter and maple syrup.
How to keep waffles warm
If you’re making a batch of waffles, you can keep them warm in a low oven (200 F) on a sheet pan. Alternatively, you can warm up waffles in a toaster oven or in a microwave for 30 seconds.
How to store waffle batter
Store waffle batter in the fridge in a covered bowl or pitcher with a lid.
How to freeze waffles
Freeze waffles for future meals by laying them on a sheet pan and placing them in the freezer. Once they’re hard (after about two hours), remove them from the pan and place them in a sealed plastic bag. This way you can remove a frozen waffle and easily pop it in the toaster.
Can you freeze waffle batter?
Yup, waffle batter can be frozen for up to a month in an airtight container. When you want to use it, let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight and give it a stir (in case it’s separated).
How long can you refrigerate waffle batter?
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