simple frozen waffles

Delicious Make-Ahead Waffles for the Freezer

Servings: 16 to 18 mini (4-inch) waffles

Time: 30 minutes plus freezing and toasting time

4 tablespoons (55 grams) unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar

1 cup (225 grams) plain, non-Greek yogurt

3 large eggs

1 cup (235 grams) milk, any variety

1 teaspoon (5 grams) vanilla extract

4 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

2 cups (260 grams) all-purpose flour

Nonstick spray for lubing waffle iron

Crafting the Waffle Batter

In a sizable bowl, mix the melted butter, sugar, and yogurt until combined. Whisk in the eggs and then pour in the milk and vanilla. Sprinkle baking powder and salt over the mixture and whisk thoroughly to incorporate them evenly. Finally, fold in the flour until no dry streaks remain.

Partially Cooking the Waffles

Follow your waffle iron’s instructions for heating and apply nonstick spray. Cook the first waffle until it starts to brown on top and holds its shape but isn’t fully cooked through, usually around 30 to 60 seconds in my compact iron. To remove these delicate waffles, carefully lift the edge with a knife’s tip, then employ tongs to pull them out. Quickly transfer the waffle to a cooling rack and repeat with the remaining batter.

Freezing Your Waffles

Let the waffles freeze on the cooling rack until they are completely solid, which should take one to two hours, or overnight. Once they’ve hardened, place them in an airtight bag or container.

Toasting and Serving Your Waffles

When you’re ready to enjoy your waffles, pop them straight into the toaster until they turn crispy and golden brown. Alternatively, you can toast them in an oven preheated to 400°F, either using an oven-safe rack for 8 minutes or placing them on a baking sheet and flipping halfway through for even cooking.

Serve them hot with a dollop of salted butter, a generous drizzle of maple syrup, and an abundance of fresh berries, or however you prefer your waffles!

Advance Preparation Tips

Your frozen waffles can stay fresh in an airtight bag or container for several months—long enough for you to enjoy them without any unwanted freezer taste. If you only have Greek yogurt, simply reduce it by 1 to 2 tablespoons, replacing that with extra milk or water.