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Start your day with a golden, crispy waffle that’s soft and fluffy on the inside. This easy waffle recipe for one gives you the perfect portion—no leftovers, just a delicious homemade breakfast ready to be topped with your favorite syrup or fruit.
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.
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.
- Homemade Syrup: It’s quick, easy, and tastes so much better than anything you can buy, with no additives or preservatives
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
Watch How To Make This
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.
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.
My first attempt at homemade waffles was a definite hit! According to my 6 year old grandson, “JiJi is the best waffle maker! Compliments to the chef’s”. He cracks me up. This simple recipe is a gem and I look forward to trying out the many other 1 person yummies linked to this page. Thank you so much.
I love it, I don’t change a thing about it. Perfect for quick and easy waffles.
Super delicious 😋
Made one substitution as I didn’t have milk. I used 2TB Saco powdered buttermilk and 1/2 cup water. Very flavorful and fluffy.
Great recipe! Easy to whip up and the kitchen smelled like a fairground. Yum!
Great recipe! I put in extra vanilla by accident and loved it, so if you love vanilla, a 1/2 t is great! Using melted butter on the iron is genius too. I have a traditional waffle maker and had enough batter for two full-size waffles. Thanks for the recipe. I love your pancakes for one too.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Rachel. Thank you for your feedback.
Great recipe for a mini waffle maker! I used just under a 1/4 cup and made 5-6 waffles (perfect for 2 servings). You definitely have to give the griddle enough time to reheat between each one or they’ll come out soggy but, keeping them warm in a toaster oven really helps. The other bonus? I have a very small kitchenette so counter and sink space is incredibly limited. This recipe really helped minimize the amount of space and dishes used.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the waffle recipe.
I didn’t change a thing. Meant to take a picture. Had strawberry preserves and a little dusting of confections sugar. No need to make a batch. Well done. Yes I pinned.
Sounds wonderful. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for your feedback.
I just bought a mini waffle maker for my 13 year old grandson for when he’s allowed back in school. I was buying the frozen one’s but half the time they were either soggy or over cooked around the edges. This recipe will be perfect for him. Seeing that my my little granddaughter won’t eat waffles, only eggs.
Thanks for all your one dish meals. They are a blessing for me
I’m so happy you are enjoying the recipes, Donna. I think you grandson will love making and eating homemade waffles. They are so much better than frozen.
So I made your waffles just for a test run.
The flavor was just right, but they weren’t fluffy they were flat. All my dry ingredients are fresh from my Christmas baking, so I figured maybe I didn’t beat the egg long enough. They weren’t crisp, they were soft and on the soggy side. I cooked them until the steam stopped.
Any ideas on what went wrong?
Hi Donna, it could be that the waffle iron wasn’t hot enough when the batter was poured in. Another possibility would be that the batter might have been overmixed.
Yummy but made way to many