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Gaufres Maison – Classic Begian/French Waffles

makes ~8 waffles depending on your machine size
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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
  • 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

  • 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
    Often sold hot from street vendors during fêtes or markets, dusted with powdered sugar.
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