Good Eats Waffles Alton Brown

Whip up the ultimate breakfast classic with Alton Brown’s “Good Eats Waffles”! This recipe combines simplicity and flavor, featuring a light and airy texture thanks to buttermilk, while melted butter and a hint of vanilla add richness and depth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these golden waffles come together effortlessly, delivering crispy edges and a tender interior every time. Perfect for weekend brunch or a weekday treat, they pair beautifully with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dollop of whipped cream. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or indulging solo, this foolproof recipe guarantees waffle perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 as needed nonstick spray or oil (for waffle iron)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients in. Stir gently until just combined; the batter will be slightly lumpy, which is fine. Avoid overmixing, as it could result in tough waffles.

Step 5

Lightly grease your waffle iron with nonstick spray or a small amount of oil.

Step 6

Ladle the batter onto the center of the hot waffle iron, using enough to cover most of the surface (check your waffle iron’s instructions for recommended batter amounts).

Step 7

Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, typically 4-6 minutes depending on your waffle maker.

Step 8

Carefully remove the waffle and keep it warm in a low oven, or serve immediately. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 9

Serve the waffles with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1002.2 grams (1002.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2343

Total Fat 125.60g	161%
Saturated Fat 73.50g	368%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 684mg	228%
Sodium 4104mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 249.30g	91%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 62.70g
Protein 53.50g	107%

Vitamin D 334IU	1669%
Calcium 676mg	52%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 1089mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 42.6%