The right waffle maker matters!
Waffles are best prepared in a high-quality waffle maker with a non-stick surface, which prevents the batter from sticking and makes the waffles easy to remove. Always preheat the waffle maker well before baking and lightly grease it with oil or melted butter. Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the center of the waffle maker (so it doesn’t overflow), close it, and bake until golden brown according to the type of waffle maker used. Properly baked waffles are crispy on the outside and beautifully fluffy on the inside.

Waffle batter is very versatile. Waffles can be served sweet with jam, chocolate spread, curd cheese, or yogurt. They also taste great with fresh fruit, warm fruit, maple syrup, or honey, or even combined with ice cream.

Finished waffles can be decorated with whipped cream, grated chocolate, caramel, nuts, almonds, or coconut. For an eye-catching presentation, you can cut them, layer them, or serve them as a dessert platter.

Waffles are also excellent in savory versions. Cheese, ham, bacon, eggs, avocado, spinach, or sautéed vegetables work well either mixed into the batter or served on top of the finished waffles. They are also delicious with cream cheese, sour cream, or a herb dip. Savory waffles can even be used as a base for original “waffle sandwiches.”