How to Make Aunt Gun-Marie's Waffles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Waffles are a breakfast staple that never fail to bring comfort and warmth to the table. Whether enjoyed on a lazy Sunday morning or as a special treat at brunch, there’s something undeniably satisfying about digging into a plate of fluffy, golden-brown waffles. If you’re looking for a tried-and-true recipe that’s been passed down through generations, look no further than Aunt Gun-Marie’s Waffles.

This recipe has been a beloved favorite in our family for as long as anyone can remember...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch fine salt
  • 2 eggs, separated
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups whole milk
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 waffles

  • Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a large bowl. Stir egg yolks and vanilla extract into flour mixture. Mix milk, alternating with butter in 3 to 4 additions, into flour mixture until batter is smooth.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until soft peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form soft mounds. Gently fold egg whites into batter; let rest 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Spoon batter into the waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Nutrition

    288 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 396mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 210mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 133mg