The Magic of Belgian Waffles
Who doesn’t love a golden, fluffy Belgian waffle? Whether you enjoy them smothered in melting butter and maple syrup, drizzled with a sticky-sweet fruit compote for breakfast, topped with crispy fried chicken for lunch or dinner, or transformed into an indulgent dessert with ice cream, hot fudge, chopped nuts, whipped cream, and a cherry on top—the Belgian waffle is one of the most versatile comfort foods out there.
In our house, waffles aren’t just a special treat—they’ve become a regular request. My son absolutely loves Belgian waffles and asks for them all the time. So much, in fact, that I’ve had to keep my waffle maker front and center in the kitchen. It’s too much trouble to pull that big contraption out of storage every time he gets a craving, and let me tell you, those cravings come often!
That’s where this recipe comes in. While I started out using the simple Bisquick box recipe, I’ve since found a way to elevate it with a few easy tweaks. The changes aren’t complicated, but they make a big difference in flavor and texture. The result? A Belgian waffle that’s crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside, and full of flavor—perfect for any meal of the day.
So whether you’re serving them with syrup at breakfast, pairing them with chicken for a savory twist, or going all-out with a sundae-style creation for dessert, these waffles are sure to become a favorite in your home too.
Now, let’s get to the recipe!
Easy Bisquick Belgian Waffles
Equipment
- Belgian Waffle Machine
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups Bisquick
- 3 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk Whole or 2%
- 2 Eggs Large
- 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Turn on your oven on the lowest setting to keep waffles warm while making them.
- Turn on waffle maker to preheat.
- Combine dry ingredients in large mixing bowl and mix to combine.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and max to combine. Do not overmix, some small lumps will still remain.
- Spray the cooking surface of the waffle maker with Pam or vegetable oil for the first waffle, do not spray for every waffle, only spray again if waffles start to stick.
- Scoop batter onto the bottom surface. Be sure not to overfill the waffle maker (follow your waffle maker's directions for quantity). Close the lid and flip the handle and cook until golden brown; the time for this may vary depending on your waffle maker.
- Once each waffle is finished, put it on a baking pan or a wire rack and place them into the oven to keep warm so that all waffles can be served at the same time.
