Gaufres Maison – Classic Begian/French Waffles
makes ~8 waffles depending on your machine size
Ingredients
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar increase to 2–3 tbsp for sweeter waffles
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 eggs
- 50 g melted butter plus extra for greasing
- 400 ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- Zest of ½ lemon optional, for a fragrant twist
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle maker while you prepare the batter.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk, melted butter, vanilla, and lemon zest if using.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Let it rest for 10–15 minutes if you have time (helps with texture).
- Lightly grease your waffle iron with melted butter or neutral oil.
- Pour in the batter (just enough to cover the bottom plate), close, and cook until golden brown and crisp — usually 3–5 minutes, depending on your machine.
Notes
Belgium
Sweet Waffles
There are two main types:-
Brussels waffle (light, crisp, rectangular):
Common toppings:- Whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and melted chocolate
- Powdered sugar (classic)
- Ice cream with fruit
- Nutella or speculoos spread
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Liège waffle (dense, chewy, with pearl sugar):
Typically served plain or with:- A dusting of powdered sugar
- Melted chocolate
- Sometimes whipped cream or fruit, but often enjoyed as-is due to its sweet dough
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France
Sweet waffles are more common, but savory versions have become trendy in bistros and home cooking (see separate recipe) Typically- Nutella or melted chocolate
- Chantilly cream and berries
- Caramel beurre salé (salted butter caramel)
- Lemon curd
- Jam or fruit compote
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