This Easy First Watch Waffle Recipe lets you make restaurant-style waffles right at home. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave a classic waffle.
Bring the breakfast table to life with this Easy First Watch Waffle Recipe!
These waffles are golden, crisp on the outside, and tender on the inside—just like the ones you’d order at the restaurant.
Perfect for a weekend brunch, a cozy morning treat, or even a fun weeknight breakfast, they’re simple to make with everyday ingredients and a waffle iron.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Crispy on the outside, fluffy and tender inside every time.
- Quick and easy to make, perfect for busy mornings.
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have at home.
- Perfect for customizing with your favorite toppings like fruit, syrup, or whipped cream.
- Tastes just like the waffles from First Watch—restaurant-quality at home.
Ingredients Needed For First Watch Waffles
- All-purpose flour: Light, fluffy flour providing structure for tender waffles
- Baking powder: Leavening agent that helps waffles rise perfectly
- Salt: Enhances flavor and balances the sweetness in batter
- Sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create a golden brown crust
- Eggs: Binds ingredients while adding richness and light texture
- Milk: Moistens batter and contributes to a soft interior
- Butter, melted: Adds flavor, richness, and helps crisp edges
- Vanilla extract: Provides warm, sweet aroma and flavor to batter
How To Make Easy First Watch Waffles
Step 1: Plug in and let your waffle iron warm up while you prepare the batter. A hot waffle iron ensures crisp edges.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk well to evenly distribute the leavening.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Step 4: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; small lumps are okay—overmixing can make waffles dense.
Step 5: Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or a little melted butter. Pour enough batter to cover the waffle grid (usually about ¾ cup, depending on your waffle iron). Close the lid and cook according to your iron’s instructions, typically 4–6 minutes, until golden brown. Carefully remove waffles and serve warm with butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Easy First Watch Waffle Recipe Tips
- Preheat Your Waffle Iron: Always let it fully heat up—this ensures crisp, golden edges and fluffy centers.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: Small lumps are fine; overmixing can make waffles dense instead of light.
- Grease the Iron Properly: Use cooking spray or a little melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Keep Waffles Warm: If making multiple waffles, store them in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven to stay warm and crisp.
- Add Mix-Ins Sparingly: Chocolate chips, blueberries, or nuts are great, but don’t overload the batter—they can affect cooking and texture.
Storing Instructions
- Short-Term Storage: Cool waffles completely, then wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Place cooled waffles in a freezer-safe bag with parchment between layers. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Reheat in a toaster, oven, or air fryer to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving if you want them crispy.
Easy First Watch Waffle Recipe Faqs
Can I make the batter ahead of time? Yes! You can prepare the waffle batter the night before and store it covered in the refrigerator. Give it a gentle stir before cooking.
Can I make these waffles gluten-free? Absolutely! Swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. The texture may be slightly different, but they’ll still be delicious.
Can I add mix-ins like chocolate chips or berries? Yes, small amounts work best. Overloading the batter can affect cooking and may make waffles soggy in the center.
How do I keep waffles crisp if making multiple batches? Place cooked waffles in a single layer on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while you finish cooking the rest.
Can I freeze leftover waffles? Yes! Cool completely, then layer with parchment in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze up to 2 months and reheat in a toaster, oven, or air fryer for best crispness.
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Easy First Watch Waffle Recipe
Description
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 3/4 cups Milk
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted, unsalted
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Plug in and let your waffle iron warm up while you prepare the batter. A hot waffle iron ensures crisp edges.
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups All-purpose flour,2 tablespoons Baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon Salt, and 2 tablespoons Sugar. Whisk well to evenly distribute the leavening.
- In a separate bowl, beat the 2 large Eggs and then add 1 3/4 cups Milk, melted 1/2 cup Butter, and 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; small lumps are okay—overmixing can make waffles dense.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or a little melted butter. Pour enough batter to cover the waffle grid (usually about ¾ cup, depending on your waffle iron). Close the lid and cook according to your iron’s instructions, typically 4–6 minutes, until golden brown.
- Carefully remove waffles and serve warm with butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
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