Growing up my aunt would make homemade waffles and share them with my family. We would freeze them and then toast them like toaster waffles, only these were much better. I have tried many different mixes and recipes, but none compared to the ones my aunt made. Finally, I created my own recipe that is good enough to share. It combines the sweet taste of buttermilk with a hint of vanilla to make a special breakfast treat.

This recipe makes about 26 waffles making plenty to freeze and reheat in your toaster. The waffles are easily frozen for up to 6 months using freezer storage bags. If you don’t want to make that many the recipe can be halved to make just a dozen. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do.

What You Will Need

• Waffle Iron
• Cooling Rack
• Freezer Bags
• Large Mixing Bowl
• Small Mixing Bowl
• Large Spoon
• Fork or Whisk

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 Cups flour
• 6 Teaspoons baking powder
• 1 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 3 Tablespoons sugar
• 4 Beaten eggs
• 1 Quart Buttermilk (4 cups)
• 1/2 Cup skim milk
• 1 1/2 Cup canola oil
• 2 Teaspoons vanilla

Making Buttermilk Waffles for Freezing

Step 1: Heat up your waffle iron.

Step 2: Sift together dry ingredients in large mixing bowl.

Step 3: In small mixing bowl, combine eggs, skim milk, and vanilla and beat using a fork or whisk.

Step 4: Add oil, buttermilk, and egg mixture to dry ingredients just before baking.

Step 5: Beat mixture with large spoon just until moistened.

NOTE: Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of your mixing bowl to incorporate all dry ingredients into the mixture.

Step 6: Bake waffles in preheated baker until steam reduces or by following the manufacture’s recommendations. This waffle iron make 4 waffles and takes about 1 cup of batter to fill.

NOTE: Because of variances in small appliances the waffles may take 4 to 8 minutes to cook. Watch your waffles closely to make sure not to overcook them.

Step 7: Remove the waffles from the baker and place on a cooling rack.

NOTE: Do not stack waffles or they will  become soggy.

Step 8: Once the waffles are completely cool, place a serving size (about 3) in a quart size freezer bag. Push out excess air and seal.

Step 9: The waffles can be enjoyed right away or frozen for up to 6 months. Serve with your favorite fruit compote, whipped topping, or maple syrup.

Taking the time to make a wholesome delicious breakfast is not always possible. Making and freezing homemade waffles in advance will alleviate some of the morning rush. Enjoy!

Single Batch Buttermilk Waffles (makes 12 waffles)

• 2 1/4 Cups flour
• 3 Teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 Teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons sugar
• 2 Beaten eggs
• 2Cups Buttermilk
• 1/4 Cup skim milk
• 3/4 Cup canola oil
• 1 Teaspoons vanilla

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