Sweetheart Heart Shaped Waffles (Printable)

Light and crispy heart waffles with vanilla, perfect for romantic or festive mornings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Toppings

10 - Fresh strawberries, sliced
11 - Whipped cream
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - Powdered sugar
14 - Chocolate chips

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions until ready indicator lights up.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined—do not overmix. A few small lumps are acceptable and will result in lighter waffles.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of melted butter to prevent sticking.
06 - Pour enough batter into the center of the waffle iron to cover approximately two-thirds of the surface. Close the lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Carefully remove the cooked waffle using heat-safe tongs. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the iron between batches as needed. Serve immediately with your choice of toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These waffles strike that perfect balance between crispy exterior and tender interior that restaurant waffles always seem to nail
  • The vanilla scent fills the whole kitchen and makes even a Tuesday morning feel special
  • They are surprisingly foolproof even if you have zero waffle making experience
02 -
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking to let the flour fully hydrate for better texture
  • The waffle iron might need different timing than the recipe suggests based on your specific model
  • Do not open the iron too early or you will tear the waffle apart
03 -
  • Separate your eggs and whip the whites before folding them in for restaurant style extra fluffy waffles
  • Buttermilk instead of regular milk adds a lovely tang and makes these even more tender

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