Waffles are a very popular breakfast food. They are excellent for long leisurely breakfasts on weekends.

Did you know that waffles were originated by Dutch settlers back in 17th century? They were called stroopwafels. Another kind of waffles are the Belgium Waffles, they are made from a different kind of dough and is not as soft and spongy as the recipe below. This recipe is a quick and easy one, and to make it even easier it uses ready made Waffle Mix. With this recipe you’ll never be at lost for a treat on a weekend morning. Use this recipe and treat the family this coming weekend.

What You’ll Need for this recipe:

1. Waffle Iron

2. Box of Waffle Mix

3. Mixing Bowl

4. Wire Whisk

5. Ladle

Ingredients for this recipe:

• Butter or Cooking Spray

• 2 cups waffle mix (Makes 8 waffles)

• 1-1/2 cups milk

• 2 eggs

• 1/3 cup of oil

Topping Options:

• Maple Syrup

• Fruit and whipped cream

Preparation for this recipe:

1. Lightly grease waffle iron with butter or cooking spray.

2. Heat waffle iron until hot.

3. In a bowl, add the waffle mix; milk; eggs and oil.

4. Using a wire whisk, stir contents until lumps disappear.

5. Allow the batter to rest 4-5 minutes as this will yield better results.

6. Using a ladle, pour a sufficient amount of batter onto the waffle iron.

7. Close the lid and bake until the steaming ceases.

8. Take out the waffles and place them on a plate.

9. Add butter and maple syrup on top.

10. If you prefer to have a Belgium style waffle, add strawberries and whipped cream.

Tip: There are a variety of waffle irons on the market. They also come in a variety of shapes as well, for example, round; square; and heart shaped. They can be affordable or expensive, so be sure to research carefully and choose one that will last you a long time.

Making waffles is not only easy to do, but fun as well. You can be sure that your kids will be calling to you in the morning asking to have waffles for breakfast. Isn’t it a wonderful feeling knowing you can accommodate them? Have a good time sharing this great breakfast treat with your family!

Try any variation on these waffles. Add chocolate chips for decadent chocolate chip waffles, add chopped fruit, anything you can think of. Just remember to adjust you liquids if you add any juicy fruit.

Armed with these two recipes you will never be at lost agian about what to serve for breakfast. Try these recipes and you’ll very soon be an accomplished pancake and waffle maker.

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