Waffle Quarters with Syrup Dip (Print Version)

Crispy waffle quarters served with a warm maple syrup dip for a tasty breakfast or brunch.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Waffles

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1¾ cups whole milk
07 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Syrup Dip

09 - ½ cup pure maple syrup
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ For Serving

11 - Optional: fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; some lumps are acceptable to avoid overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron, pour approximately ½ cup batter per waffle, and cook each batch for 4 to 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
06 - Remove cooked waffles and cut each round into quarters for easier serving.
07 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat, stir in maple syrup, and warm for about 2 minutes before transferring to a serving bowl.
08 - Arrange waffle quarters on a platter around the syrup dip bowl and serve with optional fresh berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to prepare and cook
  • Fun for breakfast or brunch gatherings
02 -
  • For a gluten-free option substitute gluten-free flour.
  • You can add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
  • Cook waffles until golden crisp for best texture.
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