Save Crispy, golden waffle quarters served with a sweet maple syrup dip—perfect for a fun, hands-on breakfast or brunch treat.
This recipe has become a family favorite for weekend breakfasts because everyone loves dipping the warm waffle quarters into the sweet syrup.
Ingredients
- Waffles: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 large eggs, 1¾ cups whole milk, ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Syrup Dip: ½ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- For Serving: Optional fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Step 4:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined—do not overmix (some lumps are fine).
- Step 5:
- Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the hot iron (about ½ cup for each waffle, depending on your iron). Cook until golden and crisp, about 4–5 minutes per batch.
- Step 6:
- Remove waffles and cut each round into quarters.
- Step 7:
- For the syrup dip, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the maple syrup and heat until warm, about 2 minutes. Pour into a small serving bowl.
- Step 8:
- Arrange waffle quarters on a platter with the syrup dip bowl in the center. Serve with optional berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Pin it This recipe always brings smiles to our breakfast table when the kids dip their waffle pieces into the syrup and share stories.
Notes
Try honey or fruit compote as alternative dips for a different flavor experience.
Required Tools
Waffle iron, mixing bowls, whisk, saucepan, measuring cups and spoons, serving platter and small bowl
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 390 calories, 16 g total fat, 54 g carbohydrates, 8 g protein
Pin it Serve immediately for the best texture and enjoy a delightful breakfast with your loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I make the waffles crispy?
Ensure the waffle iron is properly preheated and do not overmix the batter. Cooking until golden brown on each side helps achieve a crispy texture.
- → Can I add flavors to the waffle batter?
Yes, adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg brings extra warmth and depth to the waffles.
- → What can I use instead of maple syrup for the dip?
Try honey or a fruit compote as delicious alternatives to the maple syrup dip.
- → Is it possible to make this gluten-free?
Absolutely, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate gluten-free diets.
- → How to serve waffle quarters attractively?
Arrange the quarters around a bowl of warm syrup and add fresh berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for a visually appealing presentation.