Waffles with Creamy Vanilla Sauce
Nothing beats waking up to the smell of freshly made waffles. Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, these homemade waffles are the perfect way to start your day. Paired with a rich and creamy vanilla sauce made from scratch, they become an indulgent breakfast or dessert that feels truly special.
I’m not talking waffles made from a premix packaged dough that taste nothing like waffles and are overly starch like. This recipe is family-friendly and easy to make. Ditch the store bought premixed ingredients that are full of preservatives. I will show you step by step on how to make these incredible waffles. You can either use a waffle machine or what we love to use in the summer time is a waffle iron over an open fire. These waffles have a wonderfully crispy texture when using this method.
While waffles are delicious on their own, pairing them with a rich, homemade vanilla sauce takes them to a whole new level along with berries. I make the sauce in my Thermomix but if you don’t own one you can simple make it on the stove top.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Crispy golden waffles with a tender interior
- Easy-to-make homemade vanilla sauce
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
- Family-friendly and freezer-friendly
- Delicious with fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar
The Secret to Perfect Waffles:
The key to exceptional homemade waffles is achieving the perfect balance between crispness and fluffiness. A well-heated waffle iron and a batter that’s not overmixed help create those signature deep pockets and golden edges that everyone loves.
Allowing the batter to rest for a few minutes before cooking can also improve texture and create lighter waffles.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make the Waffles:
- 500ml milk
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 250g butter
- 6 eggs
- 2 packets vanilla sugar
- 200g sugar
- 500g All purpose flour
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions on How to Make the Waffles:
- In a medium bowl, mix butter and sugar until creamy using an electric hand mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Add remaining ingredients and mix until you have a thick batter. Bake portions of the batter in a waffle iron until golden brown.
- Serve warm with vanilla sauce and mixed berries. Or powdered sugar, fruit, and whipped cream.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make the Homemade Vanilla Sauce:
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions on How to Make the Vanilla Sauce:
- In your Thermomix bowl add all ingredients except butter and mix for 10min/95C/speed 3. Add butter and mix again for a few seconds.
- If making vanilla sauce on the stove top, use a saucepan, whisk together the egg, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in the milk.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly about 5-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and butter.
- Serve warm over freshly made waffles.
Ingredient You’ll Need for the Simmered Berries:
- Frozen mixed berries, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries.
- 3-4 Tbsp sugar
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, simmer frozen mixed berries with sugar for 15 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serving Ideas:
- Fresh strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
- Sliced bananas
- A dusting of powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
- Toasted almonds or pecans
- A sprinkle of cinnamon
Make Ahead Tips:
Waffles freeze beautifully. Simple allow them to cool completely, then store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Reheat in a toaster or oven until crisp.
The vanilla sauce can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for several days. Gently warm it before serving.
If you have tried out this recipe, leave a comment below I would love to connect. I personally think these are the most delicious, easiest waffle recipe you will find. My family loves them so much!
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Homemade Waffles with Creamy Vanilla Sauce
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Instructions on How to Make the Waffles:
- In a medium bowl, mix butter and sugar until creamy using an electric hand mixer.
- Add eggs one at a time.
- Add remaining ingredients and mix until you have a thick batter. Bake portions of the batter in a waffle iron until golden brown.
- Serve warm with vanilla sauce and mixed berries. Or powdered sugar, fruit, and whipped cream.
- In your Thermomix bowl add all ingredients except butter and mix for 10min/95C/speed 3. Add butter and mix again for a few seconds.
- If making vanilla sauce on the stove top, use a saucepan, whisk together the egg, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in the milk.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly about 5-8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and butter.
- Serve warm over freshly made waffles.
- In a medium saucepan, simmer frozen mixed berries with sugar for 15 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
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