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Fluffy Homemade Belgian-Style Waffles with Vanilla Bean

Recipe by JustInCooking

A classic French-style waffle recipe featuring a soft, airy interior and a crisp golden exterior. The batter is infused with Madagascar vanilla bean for a fragrant flavor, rested for two hours, then cooked in a hot waffle iron. Serve with powdered sugar, jam, or homemade chocolate spread.

EasyFrenchServes 4

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Source Video
2h 25m
Prep
25m
Cook
20m
Cleanup
3h 10m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$4.82
Per serving:$1.20

Critical Success Points

  • Infusing the vanilla bean in warm milk for full flavor.
  • Mixing the batter until smooth without over‑mixing.
  • Allowing the batter to rest for at least 2 hours.
  • Cooking the waffles until golden brown without opening the iron too early.

Safety Warnings

  • Milk will be very hot; handle the saucepan with a pot holder.
  • The waffle iron surfaces become extremely hot; use mitts when opening.

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