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Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles

10 minutes
Posted:7/16/21
Updated:2/25/22
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Say hello to The Best Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles! Crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these easy waffles are freezer-friendly and ready to eat in minutes.

fluffy waffles with syrup on them on white plate.

Hands down, these are The Best Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles ever! Made with a classic buttermilk waffle batter, these golden-brown beauties come out of the waffle iron with crispy edges and an impossibly fluffy and soft inside. Pair them with maple syrup, fresh berries, and whipped cream for an out-of-this-world breakfast or brunch!

Have I mentioned how easy they are to make? Just mix the batter together in one bowl, cook them one at a time in your waffle iron, and you’re done! You can even freeze a batch and heat them later on to enjoy fluffy and light waffles whenever you feel a craving coming on.

If you want the best start to your day, pair a fluffy waffle or two with a Strawberry Banana Smoothie, Waffle Iron Hash Browns or Scrambled Eggs with Bacon. Wash it all down with a glass of homemade Apple Pineapple Juice (or my favorite coffee) and get your day going.

buttermilk waffle on plate on table.

What is buttermilk?

Buttermilk is, traditionally, what’s leftover after churning butter from cultured cream. Nowadays, it’s made by adding cultures into low fat dairy milk. The living cultures in buttermilk are acidic, which react when mixed with a rising agent like baking soda. 

This means that when you make waffles with buttermilk instead of regular milk, you end up with an extra fluffy result!

container of buttermilk on table in front of bowl of waffle batter.

What if I don’t have buttermilk?

No problem! There’s a popular substitute made from milk and acid to replicate the same properties of storebought buttermilk. To make this alternative, mix 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice in 1 cup of milk. After 5-10 minutes, the acid will help curdle the milk and produce the same result as traditional buttermilk.

How to make fluffy buttermilk waffles from scratch

You’re going to need a waffle iron to make buttermilk waffles. Otherwise, they’re just pancakes! In just a few minutes, you’ll have the most perfect, fluffy, and crispy buttermilk waffles:

Mix the dry ingredients together in a bowl. Stir in the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until you have a lump free waffle batter.

whisk making waffle batter in white bowl.

Once your waffle iron is hot, pour 2/3 cup of batter in the middle.

Close the lid and cook until each waffle is golden brown and crispy.

Waffle toppings

You can keep things simple with a little maple syrup or powdered sugar on top of the waffles, or go all out with a bounty of fun toppings! These topping ideas are sure to win the hearts of any sweet tooth:

  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream
  • Strawberry, raspberry, or blueberry jam
  • Fried chicken and syrup
  • Nut butter
  • Chocolate chips
  • Caramel syrup
  • Nutella or chocolate sauce
  • Ice cream
stack of waffles with syrup on them on plate.

Frequently asked questions

  1. How are these different from homestyle waffles? Waffles without buttermilk are still delicious and fluffy but lack a certain ‘oumph’. Not only does the buttermilk help the waffles fluff up, but it also provides a nice acidity and balance in each bite.
  2. Can I make them gluten free? Sure! Replace the all purpose flour with a gluten free all purpose flour blend.
  3. Can I make them vegan? Use vegan butter instead of butter, flax eggs instead of eggs, and almond milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar instead of buttermilk to make vegan buttermilk waffles.
  4. What’s the secret to crispy waffles? Don’t cook the waffles until you know the iron is hot. Test it by placing some butter on the iron; if the butter sizzles, the iron is ready! To keep them crispy after cooking, place the waffles in a 200ºF oven until you run out of batter. 
stack of 4 waffle pieces on plate with waffle in background.

How to freeze waffles

Cook all of the waffles, let them cool, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. I like to put wax paper in between each waffle so they don’t freeze together. 

How to reheat waffles

To make your leftover waffles crispy, toast them in a toaster or toaster oven for about a minute. This is the best way to retain their crispy edges.

More pancake and waffle recipes to try

  • Easy Apple Waffles
  • Rainbow Waffles
  • No Milk No Eggs Pancakes
  • Low Carb Pancakes

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Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles

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The Best Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles are made with 7 simple ingredients and come out crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside every time.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  • In a large bowl mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Make a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and add in buttermilk, melted butter and eggs. Stir until batter is well mixed, and not lumpy.
  • Heat up your waffle maker according to the directions. Pour 2/3 – 1 cup of batter into the waffle maker. Close lid and cook 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Serve waffles with syrup, butter or fruit preserves on top. Enjoy!
Course:Breakfast
Cuisine:American
Keyword:buttermilk waffles, fluffy waffles
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  1. Stacy says

    January 14, 2022 at 3:59 pm

    I usually do not comment and I’ve actually only commented on one other recipe but these waffles are amazing so I had to share! I found your recipe two weeks ago and I’ve already made them twice for breakfast and once for dinner with chicken wings. Thank you!

    Reply
  2. Doreen says

    October 8, 2021 at 10:17 am

    Best waffles ever!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      October 8, 2021 at 1:47 pm

      Thank you! So happy you liked them!

      Reply
  3. Anne says

    November 15, 2020 at 9:42 am

    Best waffle recipe I’ve found. Waffles come out perfect every time. Highly recommend

    Reply
  4. Andrea Benoit says

    February 5, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    I personally use a little more buttermilk and add a teaspoon of vanilla extract! This recipe is the best waffles recipe though hands down. I would recommend to all!

    Reply
  5. Beth-Anne says

    January 31, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    These have become my family staple waffle recipe on Sunday mornings! Just made them again today and wish I would have made more!

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      February 1, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      Sounds like the perfect weekend breakfast!

      Reply
  6. Cecile @ My Yellow Farmhouse says

    December 4, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    Just found this – I’m doing some ‘catching up’! I was really, really in the mood for waffles recently…. then realized I’d brought my waffle maker to our Pocono house. I think I’m gonna have to put out a ‘Hey, I could use another waffle maker’ comment to my sons… great Christmas idea. Going to pin this… as always!

    Reply
  7. Lucy @SupergoldenBakes says

    December 3, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    I was just looking for a waffle recipe – these look a-ma-zing! I am absolutely addicted to waffles but rarely make them as I haven’t found the right recipe yet. Could this be it? (dusts waffle maker)

    Reply
  8. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    November 28, 2013 at 11:00 am

    These look perfect, Pamela! I have been needing a good waffle recipe, and this is it 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!

    Reply
  9. Gloria // Simply Gloria says

    November 26, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    Pamela, I actually do the same thing with my Amazon cart…always changing my mind. (Sometimes, daily on there. hehe) I LOVE my waffle maker. I use it every single week. I make a batch of waffles for my kids, wrap them individually for them to nuke in the morning before school. Works and taste sooooo much better than the store bought waffles, right? I was just thinking the other day that I’ve had my waffle iron for almost 16 years! (Always keep it seasoned.) But, I’m sure you already know that. (=

    Reply
  10. Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    November 25, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    These waffles DO look amazing and fluffy – yum! Pinned!

    Reply
  11. vanillasugarblog says

    November 25, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    my waffle maker seized up last winter
    I was very sad
    still haven’t gotten a new one, which is a blessing and a curse really

    Reply
    • Pamela says

      November 25, 2013 at 7:05 pm

      My waffle maker says you need to get a new one so they can be friends! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Choc Chip Uru says

    November 25, 2013 at 4:53 pm

    These waffles look fantastic, fluffy is right! I can imagine them dripping with maple syrup, I know I would definitely enjoy them 🙂
    Great recipe!

    Cheers
    CCU

    Reply
  13. Johlene says

    November 25, 2013 at 1:38 pm

    Oh wow!!! These photos look sooooo (really soooooo) good!!! Xx

    Reply
  14. Melissa @ My Recent Favorite books says

    November 24, 2013 at 11:01 pm

    I love waffles! ( and pancakes ) they are my favorite breakfast ( and dinner ) food! =)
    Your recipe sounds delicious! Im glad you finally got a waffle maker!!!
    Pinning to my Breakfast Board to try soon!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. =)

    Reply
  15. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

    November 24, 2013 at 11:20 am

    These waffles look *amazing* Pamela! Can’t wait to try them. I love your photo with the syrup pouring, gorgeous.

    And thanks for the comment on my blog, because now I’ve found your blog! Can’t wait to see what you cook up next : )

    Reply
  16. Samina | The Cupcake Confession says

    November 24, 2013 at 10:27 am

    I’ve been meaning to buy a waffle maker myself! But every time I end up spending my savings from my monthly allowance on useless stuff! -_- Not anymore! I.AM.BUYING.A.WAFFLE.MAKER.PERIOD! These look sooooo fluffy and plump! Perfect for breakfast! {or any meal of the day actually! 😀 }

    Reply
  17. Tiffany | baking at tiffanys says

    November 24, 2013 at 1:08 am

    Yum, love the look of your waffles! Definitely better than the frozen kind. I’ve also considered getting a waffle maker many times, but with so little space, I didn’t want more clutter. But maybe someday… Your waffles could make buying a waffle maker worth it 🙂

    Reply
  18. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

    November 23, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    I agree, I love a good fluffy buttermilk waffle. A waffle maker was one of the first things I bought when I moved into my own apartment after college and I still have the same one today.

    Reply
  19. Suzanne says

    November 23, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I could eat waffles all day, I love them, I’ll take a waffle over pancakes. Going to take your recipe and tweek it using pumpkin and buckwheat and see how they turn out. I’m inspired.

    Reply
  20. Debra says

    November 23, 2013 at 9:26 am

    Wish I had had this recipe last weekend when I had buttermilk!

    Reply
  21. Ashley says

    November 23, 2013 at 8:50 am

    I love waffles – but my waffle maker is in the back of a cabinet so it rarely comes out! I need to get over that and just go dig it out more often! I always like to do breakfast for dinner but my husband hates it … boooo. These waffles look great!

    Reply
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