Lemon Blueberry Waffles {Fresh or Frozen Berries)
The best quick and easy blueberry waffles recipe, homemade with simple ingredients. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. Full of blueberries (fresh or frozen), lemon and vanilla.
Your search for the best Summer breakfast ends today because these are so good. If you have picky kids who don’t like “things” in their waffles, then try these Chocolate Waffles {Cake Mix Waffles} or this mesmerizing Easy Waffle Cake. I also love that you can freeze these waffles and just pop them in the toaster all week long. It makes good quality food easy and accessible for my family.
How To Make Blueberry Waffle Recipe From Scratch?
- Whisk together dry ingredients- This includes flour, baking powder, sugar.
- Add wet ingredients– This includes eggs, butter, milk, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and lemon zest.
- Fold in blueberries- Very gently.
- Cook waffles– Until golden brown
- Add toppings– Such as fresh blueberries and maple syrup.
What To Serve With Easy Homemade Blueberry Belgian Waffles (Toppings)?
The classic toppings are butter and maple syrup, but the sky is the limit here. Try any of these:
Pie Fillings– Try Blueberry Pie Filling, or Raspberry Pie Filling, or even Strawberry Pie Filling.
Whipped cream- Can be Homemade Whipped Cream or store-bought.
Ice cream– Vanilla, chocolate, blueberry, or even lemon sorbet make a sweet addition.
Frostings– Try any of these: Easy Maple Frosting, Lemon Frosting, or Blackberry Buttercream Frosting. Take your pick!
Nutella– You can drizzle some warm Nutella or try this Nutella Syrup!
Nut butter– Try peanut butter, cashew butter, almond butter, or sunflower butter. Just warm it and drizzle it over the waffles.
Nuts– Toasted or Candied Nuts, pecans walnuts, or even cashews, or peanuts.
Add other fruits– Try ripe banana and strawberry slices.
Jams and preserves– Such as blueberry, blackberry, or raspberry or this incredible Homemade Strawberry Jam and even this Lemon Curd.
What Is The Difference Between Pancakes And Waffles?
The difference is in the fat content. Waffle recipes usually contain a bit more butter or oil than pancakes, which gives it that authentic airy, fluffy, crispy texture. It also has a higher percentage of sugar for caramelization. Pancake batter, on the other hand has lower fat content and sugar content, which creates a soft and spongy texture. Also, pancakes are thinner than waffles.
Variations
Try other extracts– Like orange, almond, or amaretto depending on the flavor profile you are looking for.
Try other zests- Such as orange or lime zest for a fresh, bright addition.
Add cinnamon– For added warmth and depth of flavor.
Make mini waffles– This is a fun way to serve waffles at parties or brunches.
Add chocolate chips– White chocolate chips would be a great choice, but milk and dark would be just as lovely too.
Buttermilk waffles– Replace half the milk quantity with buttermilk.
Tips And Techniques
Don’t over-mix! Because that will yield tough waffles with an odd rubbery texture. Mix until all ingredients are just combined. A few lumps are totally normal.
Grease the waffle iron– Because this prevents the waffles from sticking and ripping apart when you remove them from the iron.
Do you thaw blueberries before making pancakes and waffles? (Frozen blueberries vs. Fresh blueberries)? Either can be used. Frozen blueberries need to be thawed and gently blotted dry with paper towels. They will slightly discolor the batter but the flavor does not change at all.
Number of waffles you get from this recipe will vary-Because that depends on the size and shape of your waffle maker.
Why are my waffles chewy and tough? Over-mixing the batter will result in this texture.
Why are my waffles soggy and soft? This occurs when the waffle iron is not hot enough to cook the waffles quickly. If the temperature is too low, then they will steam and become soggy and soft.
Use whole milk– Because it makes the texture and taste so much better. The fat is needed in this recipe.
Use unsalted butter– Because this prevents the waffles from becoming too salty.
How to know when the waffles are done? They are ready when they are golden brown and slightly crispy along the edges. Cook time will vary, based on your iron instructions.
Storage
Refrigerate– In a sealed container for up to 2 days.
Freeze– In a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Reheat– In the toaster or microwave.
More Blueberry Desserts/Blueberry Breakfast Recipes
- Blueberry Smoothie
- Easy Blueberry Pie
- Blueberry Dump Cake {Blueberry Cobbler Dump Cake}
- Blueberry Cupcakes
- Lemon Blueberry Muffins (Healthy Recipe)
- Healthy Chocolate Blueberry Truffles
- Lemon Blueberry Pancakes {So Fluffy}
Easy Lemon Blueberry Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs, Large
- 6 tbsp Butter, Unsalted, Melted but not hot
- 1.5 cups Milk, Whole or 2%
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Lemon extract
- 2 tsp Lemon zest
- 3/4 cup Blueberries, Preferably fresh but frozen can be used if thawed and gently blotted dry with paper towels
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar until combined.
- Add eggs, butter, milk, vanilla extract, lemon extract, lemon zest and mix until just combined. Don't over-mix! There will be some lumps.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour batter in waffle iron. The amount of batter should be determined, based on your waffle iron instructions.
- Close and cook for about 4 minutes or until waffles are golden brown and slightly crispy along the edges. Cook time will vary, based on your waffle iron instructions.
- Remove waffles from waffle iron onto a plate.
- Sprinkle some more blueberries on top along with some maple syrup. Enjoy!
Notes
- Read all my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Please note that if you use frozen blueberries, they will bleed slightly into the batter and alter the color. However, the flavor will remain unchanged.
