Have I mentioned that we really LOVE waffles at my house? They are at top of the list of favorite foods right up there with chocolate chip cookies. I think it is because we love them so much that I get sucked in by claims of’ the ‘best recipe ever’ and I just can’t help but try them out now and again. Oh and there are so many lovely varieties to match the season, the ingredients you have on hand or simply your mood. We end up having waffles most weekends, especially on Sundays before or after church. This recipe for Waffles of insane greatness, really is our all time favorite followed closely by these overnight sourdough waffles.
Well, this recipe using cornstarch seems to be ALL OVER the Internet with lots of different names including” Waffles of Insane Greatness”. I was intrigued when I read that the recipe originated right here where I live in Chattanooga, TN at a restaurant called Aretha Frankenstein’s. I have never eaten there, but I plan to now! They were made famous when Miss Rachel Ray stopped in on an early episode of $40 a day. Cool, huh?! Also, who could resist a recipe with that description? I, of course had to try it out and lo and behold–it did make the PERFECT waffle! Super crispy on the outside and sweet and tender inside. That is exactly how a waffle should be in my opinion! These waffles have a lot of cornstarch, which is not an ingredient I use often. I found that I was always out when we wanted waffles (very dissapointing) so I now buy the big huge container at Costco and we are now good to go anytime the craving for perfect waffles strike:) I have been using this recipe for quite some time but didn’t share it with you all because I didn’t think we needed another waffle recipe on blog, but you know what?! I changed my mind, I just can’t keep this insanely great recipe from you any longer! Hope you enjoy these as much as we do!
***Please note that you need to let the batter sit for 30 minutes before coooking–so plan accordingly:)***
PS
We LOVE our waffle iron that creates heart shaped waffles! We got it at Amazon here.
Waffles of Insane Greatness
Description
These are hands down the BEST classic waffle recipe out there!!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
- 1/2 c cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 c buttermilk (or use whole milk or a combination of the two-I use Buttermilk)
- 2/3 c vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 3 tsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Butter and syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; mix well. Add the milk, vegetable oil, egg, sugar and vanilla and mix well. Let the batter sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat a waffle iron. Do not use non-stick spray on the waffle iron; the oil in the batter will allow the waffle to release easily. Follow the directions on your waffle iron to cook the waffles. Serve immediately with butter and syrup.
Recipe Source: Aretha Frankenstein Waffle Recipe on Food 52
This is a great waffle recipe! We froze the leftovers and toasted in the toaster the next day and they were yummy.
These are hands down the very best waffles I have ever had! They were crisp on the outside and soft and pillowy on the inside! Like funnel cakes without frying! The only change I made was to hold out the egg whites and add them in whipped after waiting 30 minutes. I don’t know if it was the cornstarch or the waiting 30 minutes, but these rocked!
PS – it was really cool watching the batter during the 30 minutes, it was bubbling up so much it looked like pancakes on a hot skillet…
These are hands down the very best waffles I have ever had! They were crisp on the outside and soft and pillowy on the inside! Like funnel cakes without frying! The only change I made was to hold out the egg whites and add them in whipped after waiting 30 minutes. I don’t know if it was the cornstarch or the waiting 30 minutes, but these rocked!
Ps – it was really cool watching the batter during the 30 minutes, it was bubbling up so much it looked like pancakes on a hot skillet!
I just found this recipe and it makes FANTASTIC Belgium waffles using my kitchenaid pro-line waffle maker…. haven’t had a failed batch yet! ;o)
2 cups all purpose or whole wheat flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 ½ cup milk
½ cup butter, melted
4 eggs, separated
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp sugar
Directions
Combine flour, baking powder, salt, egg yolks, milk, vanilla & sugar; whisk together.
Beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
Whisk one third of egg whites into batter, then fold in second third. Once incorporated fold in the last of the whites.
Cook according to instructions for your waffle baker.
I just found this recipe and it makes PERFECT waffles in my kitchenaid pro-line waffle maker…
2 cups all purpose or whole wheat flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 ½ cup milk
½ cup butter, melted
4 eggs, separated
2 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp sugar
Directions
Combine flour, baking powder, salt, egg yolks, milk, vanilla & sugar; whisk together.
Beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
Whisk one third of egg whites into batter, then fold in second third. Once incorporated fold in the last of the whites.
Cook according to instructions for your waffle baker.
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I just bought this waffle maker and it’s AMAZING!!! It makes full size Belgium waffles… I never had success with the little square waffle irons…this thing is the best thing since sliced bread! ;p)
I’ve been making these savory instead of sweet by leaving out the sugar and vanilla and adding chopped up ham and shredded cheese and they are sooooooo good! Thanks for the recipe.
These were delicious! Perfectly crispy on the outside, sweet and tender on the inside – just like you said. I actually made my batter the night before (so it sat in the fridge for about 10 hours), and they were still perfect. Thanks so much!
We love waffles at our house, I am very excited to try this recipe. I was given this same waffle iron when I got married and it has been fabulous (my kids love their “heart waffles”)! I have had so many people ask me where I got it but since it was a gift I don’t know…do you remember where you got yours?
made these for dinner tonight and loved them!! thanks!
I made these the other night and we loved them! I was slightly skeptical, but had buttermilk that needed to be used so I figured, what the heck?! We will totally make these again!! Thanks!
If u luv waffles u should try a liege waffle. U make them with Lars pearl sugar…there is recipe on the back of the box. They r made with yeast and then u add the pearl sugar right enforce putting on waffle iron. Made best in a good waffle iron like William sonomas allclac waffle iron. I am excited to try these waffles of insane greatness…thx for sharing.
waffles are the one breakfast food that my toddler will eat (no pancakes, eggs, bagels – it’s maddening!), so I am always looking for a great recipe! Printing this out to try this weekend!
We have been doing breakfast for dinner a lot lately and we can’t get enough waffles to accompany our eggs. I have tried several new waffle recipes and going to give this one a try next with such great reviews! And like I said, we love breakfast foods, so by all means, post any and all waffle, pancake, etc. recipes you have!!
Yes you can definetly half the recipe and it will turn out great! In fact this is a doubled recipe from what I found on line. My family is big so sometimes I acutally triple it. I just think they are so great that I want extras:) Just to let you know they store very well. Either in the freezer or fridge–just reheat in the toaster. Hope you enjoy:)
I am so sorry that they didn’t turn out for you! I am wondering if you remembered to let the batter sit for 30 minutes as directed? I have made this recipe so many times and never had it fail me so I am quite perplexed by your experience! So strange!!
Oh you’ve told me about these! I’m glad you finally posted the recipe so I could try it. Your picture looks amazing.
Wow sis I’m intrigued! Can’t wait to try them.
I’m not trying to be rude at all so I hope my comment isn’t taken that way. We made these tonight and I thought they were WAY too thin and not of insane greatness. We won’t be making these again. I had to fold my waffle in half just to feel like I was eating anything at all. I love most of your recipes but this wasn’t a favorite at all. Sorry.
How many waffles does it make? I’m just wondering if I halved the recipe if it’d be enough for just my hubby and I.