Description
These Overnight Yeast Waffles are perfectly light and airy thanks to an overnight refrigeration that allows the yeast to develop flavor and texture. With a rich batter made from whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, these waffles come out golden and crisp on the outside while tender on the inside. Ideal for a leisurely weekend breakfast, they stay warm in the oven while you cook up the rest and pair wonderfully with your favorite syrup or toppings.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk, lukewarm (100°F)
- ½ cup water, lukewarm
- 8 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the lukewarm whole milk, lukewarm water, melted and cooled butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and kosher salt, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Cover the batter and refrigerate it overnight to allow the yeast to ferment and develop flavor.
- Preheat Appliances: When ready to cook, preheat your waffle maker to medium heat. Also preheat your oven to 200°F, placing a cooling rack inside a sheet pan to keep the waffles warm after cooking.
- Prepare Batter: Beat the two large eggs and baking soda together thoroughly, then whisk this mixture into the refrigerated waffle batter to activate the baking soda and create a fluffy texture.
- Cook Waffles: Once the waffle maker is fully heated, ladle enough batter to cover the grids and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, typically 3-5 minutes depending on your waffle maker.
- Keep Warm: Transfer cooked waffles to the cooled rack inside the warm oven to keep them crisp and warm while you finish cooking the rest of the batter.
Notes
- Use lukewarm liquids to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
- Overnight fermentation enhances flavor and creates lighter waffles.
- Keep waffles warm on a cooling rack in a low oven to maintain crispness.
- You can add cinnamon or nutmeg to the dry ingredients for extra flavor.
- Recipe yields 6 servings, approximately 6 medium-sized waffles.
