Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For Serving (optional):
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, etc.)
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
Instructions:
- Prep the waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to its instructions. Lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter, if needed.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and lemon zest.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, melted butter, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine the batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Cook the waffles: Pour the recommended amount of batter (usually about 1/2 to 3/4 cup) onto the hot waffle iron. Close the lid and cook according to your waffle iron’s instructions, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, and a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Tips:
- Don’t overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to tough, dense waffles. Gently stir until the ingredients are just combined.
- Let the batter rest: For extra fluffy waffles, try letting the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking.
- Customize with toppings: Get creative with toppings! Chopped nuts, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of cinnamon can be delicious additions.
