Easy Malted Waffles

A lot easier than most malted waffle recipes, but still delicious!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Course Breakfast

Cuisine central europe

Servings 6 people

Calories 2138.2 kcal

Equipment

1 Waffle Iron
1 Large Mixing Bowl
1 Whisk
1 Small Mixing Bowl
1 Measuring Cups/Spoons

Ingredients

Main

cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour
5 tablespoons malted milk powder
2 tablespoons corn meal
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 ¼ tablespoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 eggs beaten
¼ cup butter melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Spray the inside of the waffle iron with cooking spray.
Stir flour, milk powder, corn meal, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Whisk milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl; pour into flour mixture and stir just until batter is combined.
Pour batter, working in batches, into the preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Notes

For truly excellent malted waffles, ensure your waffle iron is fully preheated to achieve a crisp exterior and even browning; do not rush this step. When mixing the batter, combine the wet and dry ingredients just until no dry streaks remain – overmixing develops gluten, leading to tougher waffles. The malted milk powder not only imparts a unique, nostalgic flavor but also aids in caramelization for a beautiful golden crust. For extra crispness, a little melted butter or oil in the batter, and not opening the iron too soon, are key. Serve immediately with warm maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dusting of confectioners' sugar.