These crispy waffles are golden and flavorful. While crisp on the outside, they are fluffy on the inside. They’re perfect for weekend brunch or breakfast, and can be topped with butter, maple syrup, fruit compote, and more!
7.5ozall-purpose flour, by weight(1.5 cups, if measuring)
2.5ozcornstarch, by weight(1/2 cup, if measuring)
1tablespoonbaking powder
1/2teaspoonsalt
3tbspsugar
Instructions
Separate the egg yolks and whites, and beat together the egg yolks, buttermilk, melted butter or oil, and amaretto to combine.
Whisk to combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Combine the leftover egg whites with the sugar, and whip to stiff peaks (if you lift the beaters straight out of the egg whites, then invert the beaters, the egg white should stand up on its own as a stiff peak).
Stir the buttermilk liquid into the flour mixture (make sure the batter is still a little lumpy), then fold in the egg whites, being careful not to deflate them.
Pour the batter into a preheated waffle maker and cook for about 3-4 minutes. Enjoy!
Note: If the waffles don't get crispy enough in your waffle iron, place them on a rack set on a baking sheet (or it can be the rack in the oven if it's clean) and bake in a 250F oven for another 5-10 minutes, until crisp.
Notes
*I originally used vegetable oil for this recipe, but no longer cook with it. You may use any oil you enjoy. If you're using something solid at room temperature, like coconut oil, melt it first. You may also use melted butter.Storing leftovers: Keep in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag in the fridge for up to 5 days.Freezing: Keep in an airtight container or sealable plastic freezer bag for up to 3 months.Reheating: Reheat in a 350F oven for 5-10 minutes, until warmed through. If reheating straight from frozen, you will need to add an extra 5 minutes.Update: With the Presto wafflemaker, you flip the waffle right after pouring in the batter, and leave it like that for the 3-4 minute duration. See your waffle maker’s instructions for specific instructions.