Buttermilk Waffles

By KimberlyB

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups low-fat buttermilk
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• Vegetable oil, for waffle iron
• Maple-Walnut Sauce (http://www.marthastewart.com/337293/maple-walnut-sauce)
• Blueberry Sauce (http://www.marthastewart.com/337597/blueberry-sauce)
• Banana-Caramel Sauce (http://www.marthastewart.com/314813/banana-caramel-sauce)
• Berries-and-Cream Topping (http://www.marthastewart.com/340390/berries-and-cream-topping)

Details

Adapted from marthastewart.com

Preparation

Step 1

1.Preheat oven to 275 degrees; set a rack on a baking sheet, and place in oven. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, butter, and eggs; add flour mixture, and mix just until batter is combined.
2.Heat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions; brush with oil. Pour batter onto iron (amount depends on iron size), leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides (spread batter if necessary). Close iron; cook until waffles are golden brown and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to rack in oven to keep warm; repeat with remaining batter.

Cook's Note
Like pancakes, waffles require a gentle hand when preparing the batter. For the most tender results, don't overmix it -- there should still be some lumps