Waffle Recipe from Scratch (Fresh Milled Flour)

German Waffles with Fresh Milled Flour on cooling rack

Davia Delgado

5 from 1 vote

These fresh milled flour waffles are soft, light, and full of flavor. Inspired by traditional German waffles, this easy from-scratch recipe comes together quickly with simple ingredients and is perfect for everyday baking.

For the best results, always measure your ingredients with a kitchen scale rather than cups. It ensures the batter has the perfect texture and consistency every time.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 7 Waffles

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: German

Calories: 398

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 Eggs
90 g sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
150 g Sun Flower Oil
¼ teaspoon salt
225 g flour
1 ½ teaspoon baking powder
250 ml milk

Equipment

Method

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract on high for about 5 minutes until the mixture is pale, fluffy, and airy.
With the mixer still running, slowly add the sunflower oil.
Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Alternate adding flour and milk to the egg-oil mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix until smooth.
Preheat and lightly grease your waffle iron.
Cook waffles until golden brown with lightly crisp edges.
Enjoy with Powder Sugar, or topping of choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 207mgPotassium: 108mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 128IUCalcium: 108mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use a Kitchen Scale: Measuring by weight ensures perfect texture and consistency — especially important with spelt or whole-grain flours.
Alternate Flour and Milk: This keeps the batter smooth and prevents dense waffles.
Add-Ins: Grated apples

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