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Starting your morning with a freshly made waffle can truly set a positive tone for the day ahead. Imagine sitting down to a golden-brown waffle, crispy on the outside with a tender, fluffy interior, just waiting to be topped with your favorite maple syrup, other syrups, or fruits.
Our simple waffle recipe for one delivers just that—a perfectly portioned delight that caters to anyone looking to enjoy a home-cooked breakfast without the worry of leftovers. It’s an effortless, scrumptious way to treat yourself to a homemade breakfast, no matter how busy your day looks.
Make sure to add this crispy waffle recipe to your roster of morning meals for an easy and delightful start to your day.
If you enjoy a hearty breakfast, try whipping up Pancakes for One, or if you’re in the mood for something rich, the French Toast for One won’t disappoint with its creamy center. For a touch of flaky goodness, there’s Biscuits for One. And if your sweet tooth is calling, our Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls or light, fruity Peach Scones are perfect.
These single serve recipes are perfectly portioned for smaller servings, ensuring your breakfasts are simple, varied, and always enjoyable.
Why You’ll Love This Waffle Recipe
- Perfect for One: It’s sized just right for a personal treat or for portion control.
- Easy Ingredients: Made with items you likely already have in your kitchen.
- Fast to Make: Whip up a tasty waffle quickly.
- Customizable: Adjust the recipe to fit your dietary needs with ease.
- Tastes Great: Enjoy a waffle with the ideal crispy exterior and a soft, airy middle.
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Ingredients
- Milk: Non-dairy milk like almond, soy, or oat milk can be used as a substitute.
- Flour: Gluten-free 1:1 flour can be used for those with dietary restrictions.
- Sugar: Can be substituted with natural sweeteners like honey or agave nectar.
- Butter: Use coconut oil or margarine for a dairy-free version.
For the full recipe please scroll down to the recipe box at the bottom of the post.
Recipe Variations
Experimenting with flavor is part of the joy of cooking! Check out these recipe twists for a unique spin on your classic waffle.
- Chocolate Waffles: Add 1/2 tablespoon of cocoa powder to the batter.
- Cinnamon Waffles: Mix in 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Blueberry Waffles: Add a few tablespoons of fresh or frozen blueberries to the batter.
How To Make One Waffle
These step-by-step photos and instructions help you visualize how to make a single waffle. See the recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Start your waffle mix: In a large bowl, mix the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
- Next, gently fold in the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a whisk, stirring until just combined. It’s fine if there are a few lumps remaining in the waffle batter—no need to overmix.
- Cook the waffle: Ladle the waffle batter into your preheated waffle iron and cook until each waffle is golden and crisp.
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Expert Tips
- Consult Your Manual: Always start by reading your waffle maker’s instructions, as models vary in cooking times and techniques.
- Preheat Well: Ensure your waffle iron is fully preheated for that crave-worthy golden crust.
- Mix Mindfully: Resist the urge to overmix your batter; it’s okay to leave a few lumps.
- Oil It Up: A quick swipe of oil on the iron ensures your waffle slides right off.
- Steam is Key: Wait for the steam to stop rising from the waffle maker for a waffle that’s cooked but still moist.
- Mind Your Size: This recipe is tailored for a Belgian waffle maker, which may differ in size from yours. Any leftover batter can go towards a smaller, bonus waffle.
Serving Suggestions
Indulging in a waffle shouldn’t just stop at the fluffy, golden disk itself. It’s all about the toppings and pairings that make the waffle a star dish. Here are some mouthwatering ideas to take your waffle from “yum” to “can’t get enough.”
- Caramelized Bananas: Think beyond the basic banana slices. Caramelized bananas, cooked with a sprinkle of brown sugar and a touch of cinnamon, make an incredibly sweet and decadent topping that pairs perfectly with the waffle’s crispy edges.
- Lemon Curd: For a bright and tangy twist, slather some homemade or store-bought lemon curd on top of your waffle. The zesty lemon flavor is a refreshing contrast to the waffle’s natural sweetness.
- Fried Apples: Imagine a combination of warm, cinnamon-spiced apples sitting atop your fluffy waffle. Fried apples add an autumnal feel that evokes comfort food nostalgia.
- Apple Butter: For a taste that’s both sweet and spiced, a dollop of apple butter can do wonders. It adds richness and depth of flavor that simple butter just can’t match.
- Caramelized Plums: Elevate your waffle game with caramelized plums. These plums, cooked down with just a bit of sugar, offer a tart and sweet complexity that pairs exceptionally well with a crisp, fluffy waffle.
- Chocolate Lovers: Melt some dark chocolate and pour it over your waffle. Add a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or chocolate chips. It’s like dessert for breakfast but without the guilt.
- Fresh Berries – Top with some strawberries, blueberries or any type of fresh berries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Make batch of waffles by doubling or tripling the ingredient amounts.
Yes. Just place the cooled waffles in a zip topped bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To reheat the frozen waffle, place it in the toaster and cook until heated through and crisp. (You will likely need to cut the waffle in half to fit it in your toaster).
The waffle is done when it’s golden brown and the waffle iron stops steaming.
What To Do With Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients leftover from this recipe, check out our Leftover Ingredients Recipe Finder or you might like to consider using them in any of these single serve and small batch recipes:
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Waffle Recipe For One
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk (you may use cows milk, almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon salted butter , melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron. Spray with non stick cooking spray or brush with melted butter.Beat the egg in a bowl until fluffy. Add the milk, vanilla, melted butter, and sugar and mix well.
- Whisk in the flour, baking powder, and salt and mix gently until combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter on the iron and close it. Depending on the size of your waffle maker, you might have too much batter. If so, use the little bit of remaining batter to make a second, smaller waffle.
- Cook the waffle until no more steam comes out. The waffle should be golden brown and crisp.
- Lift the waffle out of the waffle iron with a pair of tongs and enjoy right away.
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Notes
- Consult Your Manual: Always start by reading your waffle maker’s instructions, as models vary in cooking times and techniques.
- Preheat Well: Ensure your waffle iron is fully preheated for that crave-worthy golden crust.
- Mix Mindfully: Resist the urge to overmix your batter; it’s okay to leave a few lumps.
- Oil It Up: A quick swipe of oil on the iron ensures your waffle slides right off.
- Steam is Key: Wait for the steam to stop rising from the waffle maker for a waffle that’s cooked but still moist.
- Mind Your Size: This recipe is tailored for a Belgian waffle maker, which may differ in size from yours. Any leftover batter can go towards a smaller, bonus waffle.
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
I really liked the recipe! My only comment is that they came out flat. I will make these every time I have an early class.
I’m glad you enjoyed the recipe, Nikki. Thanks so much for your feedback.
Not very good. But easy to make.Is not as light and fluffy as a regular waffle.
Nice recipe. I think my mistake was using oat milk which didn’t give it the richness that I craved. Mine came out eggy and spongey I think because the oat milk was too watery. Syrup helped out though. Next time I’ll use real milk.
Delish, and easy to make, but the recipe tells you not to overfill it, but then there is too little mixture and the waffle is not cooked properly. But apart from that okay.
Yes I am reply to myself. I think that I was a bit inexperienced in my last review because I tried them again recently and they. Were. PERFECT!!!!!!!!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the waffle – thanks so much for your feedback!
Just made my first batch and it came out delish! Made recipe just as you wrote only doubling. Next time will only make single serve as there was more batter for more than one. I had just bought a single serve waffle iron and I didn’t know how it would work for me! I now have a go to recipe and will be able to make waffles more often. Thanks for the great recipe!
Awesome! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe!!
Joanie
Liked the reasonable amount of butter; added cinnamon and substituted brown sugar.
My neighbor just gave me a brand new Belgian waffle maker so I tried this recipe, but doubled it. I came out with 3 (5.75″ x 5.75″) waffles, and followed the recipe to the nth degree. Had I used a round waffle maker, I may have gotten 5 waffles, I don’t know. They were very good but came out spotted (brown and gold). It may have been the temperature. There is no indicator light on it, but the manufacturer (Munsey, in Little Rock, AR) said 3 minutes so I took their word for it. The entire batch took 3 minutes each and it was well worth it for the first time!
Substituted for flax egg and almond milk and came out perfect for my waffle craving!
Awesome! Thank you for sharing your substitutions so others might try it.
Joanie
Hi, I’m gonna make the waffle batter tonight and have them in the morning😋is it ok to let the batter sit in the fridge overnight ?
Yes, but the batter will thicken up a bit so you may need to add a bit more milk when you are ready to use the batter.
Mine came out completely flat
Hi Kita,
It’s so disappointing that your waffle came out flat. I use this recipe to make waffles all the time and so many readers have made them with success. I’d love to try to see what might have happened. Did you make any ingredient substitutions? Has your baking powder expired? The most common reason that pancakes, waffles or other baked goods don’t properly rise is because the baking powder is expired. Expired baking powder loses its potency after its use by date and won’t allow muffins, cakes, pancakes or waffles to rise.
Joanie
Awesome recipe! One batch makes 4 waffles with my small waffle iron, and is too much for me but perfect for two of us!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the waffles, Lorna. Thank you so much for letting me know.
Joanie
I also tried making it with milk substitutes and it works amazing 🙂
Lorna,
Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know that a milk substitute worked well in the recipe. I’m so happy you enjoyed the waffles!
Joanie