--- title: "Easy Homemade Waffles — Fluffy Sweet or Savory Waffles Recipe" description: "Versión en Español. Easy homemade waffles are made from a batter of 240 g flour, 375 ml milk, 2 eggs, and 100 g melted butter with baking powder and salt, sweetened with 2 tablespoons of sugar or seas..." url: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/easy-homemade-fluffy-waffles-sweet-or-savory-recipe/ date: 2026-09-27 modified: 2026-09-27 author: "Carlos Uhart M." image: https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/easy-fluffy-waffles-sweet-or-savory-featured.jpg categories: ["Desserts"] type: post lang: en --- # Easy Homemade Waffles — Fluffy Sweet or Savory Waffles Recipe [Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-waffles-facil-dulces-o-salados/) ![Fluffy, crisp homemade waffles with deep grids](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/easy-fluffy-waffles-sweet-or-savory-featured.jpg)*Easy homemade waffles, sweet or savory* Easy homemade waffles are made from a batter of 240 g flour, 375 ml milk, 2 eggs, and 100 g melted butter with baking powder and salt, sweetened with 2 tablespoons of sugar or seasoned with extra salt for a savory version, and cooked in a greased waffle iron for 2 to 3 minutes. They take 15 minutes of preparation plus 30 minutes of cooking and serve 4 people. Crisp outside and fluffy inside, they work as breakfast, dessert, or even a main course, sweet or savory. ## How to Make Fluffy Waffles? Waffles are very simple and ready in no time, but you need a waffle iron or grid plate for their classic look. The wet and dry ingredients are mixed separately and combined just until smooth. ## Nutritional Information Each serving of waffles contains approximately 300 kcal, 35 g of carbohydrates, 15 g of fat, 6 g of protein, 1 g of fiber, 10 g of sugars, 60 mg of cholesterol, and 400 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes. ## Easy Homemade Waffles Recipe **Preparation:** 15 minutes **Cooking:** 30 minutes **Servings:** 4 people ### Ingredients - 375 ml (1 1/2 cups) of whole milk - 240 g (2 cups) of all-purpose flour - 100 g (7 tablespoons) of butter, melted - 2 eggs - 2 teaspoons of baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 2 tablespoons of sugar (sweet version) - 2 extra teaspoons of salt (savory version) ### Instructions 1. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until foamy, then add the milk and melted butter and mix until combined. ![Sifted flour for waffle batter](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/sifted-flour-homemade-donuts.jpg)*Flour* 1. In a large bowl, combine the sifted flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, then add 2 extra teaspoons of salt for savory waffles or 2 tablespoons of sugar for sweet waffles, and mix with a wooden spoon. ![Whole milk for fluffy waffles](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/whole-milk-pitcher-dessert.jpg)*Whole milk* 1. Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture and stir until smooth. Grease and preheat the waffle iron, and fill it with batter to cover the grid. ![Fresh eggs for the waffle batter](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Fresh-eggs.jpg)*Fresh eggs* 1. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes and remove with a silicone spatula. Serve right away with honey, manjar, powdered sugar, jam, or chocolate sauce, or with savory toppings. ## Additional Tips ### Add cornstarch Replace part of the flour with cornstarch for crisper waffles. ### Do not stack them Cool waffles on a rack instead of stacking them, so steam does not make them soggy. ### Prepare the iron Wipe the waffle iron dry, grease it lightly, and heat it fully before cooking. | Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Wheat flour | Gluten-free flour blend | 1:1 | Gluten-free | | Whole milk | Oat or almond milk | 1:1 | Dairy-free | | Butter | Coconut oil | 1:1 | Dairy-free | | Waffle iron | Nonstick skillet | | Thick pancakes | ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ### 1. Can I make waffles without a waffle iron? Yes. Cook the batter in a greased nonstick skillet like thick pancakes; they will be just as fluffy. ### 2. How do I make them crisper? Add a little cornstarch, cool them on a rack, and cook them a minute longer. ### 3. What is the difference between sweet and savory? Only the sugar and salt: 2 tablespoons of sugar for sweet, 2 to 3 teaspoons of salt and no sugar for savory. ### 4. How do I store and reheat them? Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months, and reheat in the oven, toaster, or air fryer. ## What Are Waffles? Waffles, also called gofres, are grid-patterned cakes of batter cooked between hot iron plates, crisp outside and fluffy inside. ## History of Waffles Waffles go back to medieval Europe, when wafers were cooked between decorated iron plates, and the best-known versions developed in Belgium. ## Did You Know? 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