Overnight Waffles Recipe

These overnight waffles are the ultimate weekend breakfast treat! Crisp on the outside, incredibly light and fluffy on the inside, they're a game-changer. Prepare the batter the night before for a stress-free morning. Serve with your favorite toppings – think sweet berry jam, rich maple syrup, crispy bacon, and savory sausages! Get ready for the most delicious waffles you've ever tasted.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 545 mins
Calories 558.8 kcal
Protein 28g
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Ingredients for Overnight Waffles

  • Not used in this recipe
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted and cooled unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Lite olive oil (for lightly greasing waffle iron)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Cooking spray (for lightly greasing waffle iron)

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How to Make Overnight Waffles

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Add 2 cups milk, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted and cooled unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. The batter will be thin.
  3. Cover the bowl and let the batter rest at room temperature overnight (or for at least 8 hours).
  4. In the morning, separate 2 large eggs, placing the yolks in a small bowl and the whites in a separate bowl.
  5. Gently whisk the egg yolks into the batter.
  6. Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  7. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter in two additions, being careful not to deflate the whites.
  8. Lightly grease your waffle iron with oil or cooking spray.
  9. Pour 1/2 cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron. Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, until golden brown and crispy.
  10. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings! Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

91g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Overnight Waffles?

Overnight Waffles takes about 560 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 545 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Overnight Waffles?

Overnight Waffles has approximately 558.8 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 46 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Overnight Waffles?

The key ingredients for Overnight Waffles are Instant Yeast, All Purpose Flour, Sugar, Salt, Milk, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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