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Easy Yeast Waffles

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Published March 23, 2020 Last Updated March 23, 2020 / By Jessica 36 Comments

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If you love Belgian or yeast waffles you are in luck! These easy overnight waffles are light, fluffy, and rich in flavor! Plus, since the batter is prepared the night before all you have to do is wake up and throw them in the waffle iron for a delicious easy breakfast! 

yeast waffle on a white plate with berries and whipped cream

My family is basically obsessed with breakfast foods. We eat them breakfast, lunch and dinner, and sort of consider ourselves connoisseurs. Now, let me say, these are the BEST YEAST WAFFLES EVER.  They have amazing flavor, nice and crisp on the outside with a light and fluffy interior. I can assure you these overnight waffles are hard to beat!

Although the batter sits overnight, they are just as easy to throw together as normal waffles, and in the morning you will be so grateful you took the time the night before! 

If you love breakfast foods as much as we do you will also love our German Pancakes Recipe or the World’s Best Breakfast Casserole or you can find all our amazing breakfast recipes here! 

Yeast Waffles

Yeast waffles, also known as Belgian Waffles or overnight waffles, are basically waffles where the batter is made in advance and uses yeast. This combination produces deeper grid patterns and a lighter, fluffier batter! The contrast and flavor take these waffles over the top.

waffle on a white plate topped with berries and whipped cream

I can assure you once you’ve made this recipe it will be your new go-to waffle. Our kids request them for their birthday breakfasts and basically any special occasion! 

Overnight Waffles

Some people are intimidated by the term “overnight waffles;” don’t be! All this means is that the batter needs time to settle. Why? So that the waffles are nice and fluffy! Rather than being stressful, it actually makes these waffles quicker to throw together in the morning! 

birds eye view of a Belgian waffle with berries and whipped cream

You can throw them together in five minutes  at night after the kids have gone to bed, so then in the morning we are ready to roll. 

Here’s a couple quick pictorials to break down the steps for you! 

How to Make Yeast Waffles

Here are the simple steps for making the waffle batter, this is the part you will complete the night before! 

a collage of the steps to making yeast waffle batter

Top Left – Combine all your dry ingredients in a bowl. 

Top Right –  Add in milk, butter and vanilla. 

Bottom Left – Stir to combine. 

Bottom Right – Cover bowl with plastic wrap and leave out overnight. 

Here is what the next morning will look like! 

process shots for cooking yeast waffles

Top Left – Separate your eggs and stir the yolks into the batter. Beat your egg whites until they hold soft peaks and then fold them into the batter. Beating the egg whites ensures a fluffier texture.

Top Right – Heat your waffle iron and spray with cooking spray (do this between each waffle). Add batter to waffle iron; ours uses about 1/3 cup per waffle. This may vary depending on the size of your waffle iron. 

Bottom Left – Cook your waffle. 

Bottom Right – Your waffle is done when it is golden brown in color and no longer doughy. 

a few waffles on a plate in front of various toppings, cookie butter, nutella, fruit, etc.

Waffle Toppings

Top your waffles with anything you like! A few of our favorites are whipped cream, syrup, fresh fruit, nutella, cookie butter and jam! Also, we love having friends over for a waffle bar where we set up all the toppings and everyone can make their waffle just how they like it! 

These waffles are a great way to affordably feed a crowd for a party or gathering. 

two plain yeast waffles on a white square plate next to a blue tea towelHere are a few quick frequently asked questions and then we will get to the delicious recipe! 

Can I make this recipe the morning of if I forgot to do it the night before? 

Yes! If you forgot to prepare your batter the night before you can absolutely still prepare these in the morning, and they will be delicious; however, letting the batter sit overnight does take them to the next level, and we recommend it if you can. 

Can I save leftover batter? 

Yes! Leftover batter can be stored safely in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days. 

Can I freeze yeast waffles? 

Yes! You can save leftover waffles in the fridge for a week or in the freezer for up to six months. I like to let my waffles cool completely then combine them into ziplock bags to store. 

side view of a round waffle on a white square plate topped with fruit and whipped cream

If you make this recipe and like it, we would love for you to leave us a comment and a positive review! Your comments mean so much to us! 

yeast waffle on a white plate with berries and whipped cream

Easy Overnight Waffles

If you love Belgian or yeast waffles you are in luck! These easy overnight waffles are light, fluffy, and rich in flavor! Plus, since the batter is prepared the night before all you have to do is wake up and throw them in the waffle iron for a delicious easy breakfast! 
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 10 hours
Total Time: 10 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 full size waffles
Calories: 351kcal
Author: Pretty Providence

Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups milk
  • 8 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • vegetable oil or cooking spray

Instructions

  • The evening before you want to eat these prepare your batter.
  • Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and then stir in milk, butter and vanilla one at a time.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and leave out overnight at room temperature.
  • The next morning, spray your waffle maker or brush it lightly with your oil.
  • While griddle is heating, separate your eggs and stir the yolks into your batter.
  • Beat your egg whites until they hold soft peaks, then fold them into your batter as well.
  • Bake your waffles in your waffle iron, top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Notes

We love to have these as a waffle bar for dinner sometimes when hosting guests! Serve with nutella, cookie butter, whip cream, syrup and fresh fruit! 

Can I make this recipe the morning of if I forgot to do it the night before? 

Yes! If you forgot to prepare your batter the night before you can absolutely still prepare these in the morning and they will be delicious, however, letting the batter sit overnight does take them to the next level and we recommend it if you can. 

Can I save leftover batter? 

Yes! Leftover batter can be stored safely in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days. 

Can I freeze them? 

Yes! Leftover waffles can be saved in the fridge for a week or in the freezer for up to six months. I like to let my waffles cool completely then combine them into ziplock bags to store. 

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 384mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2.2mg
Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

 

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yeast waffle on a white plate with berries and whipped cream

I promise you won’t regret adding this yeast waffle recipe to your rotation, good luck!

xo,

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This post was originally published on August 31, 2015 and has been updated with better pictures and more detailed information. 

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  1. Bree

    October 08, 2018 at 3:32 pm

    5 stars
    I love overnight RECIPES! this one looks super tasty- my kids love waffles!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      October 10, 2018 at 1:18 pm

      Mine do too! Thanks Bree!

      Reply
      • Ashley

        February 24, 2020 at 10:01 pm

        Looks good. My daughter is allergic to eggs. Do you think it would be possible to substitute apple sauce or something?
        She used to have eggo waffles EVERY DAY for YEARS, until we found out she was allergic. I would love to make her waffles again.

      • Sarah

        February 25, 2020 at 7:49 pm

        I’m not sure, as I’m not familiar with egg allergies but maybe an egg replacer is a good idea to try with this recipe? I found this article: https://allergylicious.com/egg-free-baking/

  2. Liz

    October 08, 2018 at 6:35 am

    5 stars
    Love that these waffles are overnight! so easy and delicious!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      October 08, 2018 at 2:05 pm

      That really is the best part!!! So easy and so good!

      Reply
  3. AlLi

    October 08, 2018 at 6:28 am

    5 stars
    Omg i love that these are overniGht!! This is 100% happEning in our house this wrrk!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      October 08, 2018 at 2:04 pm

      Yay! You will love them!

      Reply
  4. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert

    October 07, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    5 stars
    These would disappear in our house! These are mouth watering!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      October 08, 2018 at 2:04 pm

      They totally do over here too- haha, so much better than having to fight them to eat!

      Reply
  5. Krissy Allori

    October 07, 2018 at 12:06 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve never made overnight waffles before, but i sure do love the idea of having the batter ready to go in the morning!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      October 08, 2018 at 2:03 pm

      It is the BEST! You’ve gotta try them!

      Reply
  6. Link

    April 14, 2018 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    These are amazing. but beware, regular waffles will be lost forever

    Reply
    • Jessica

      April 14, 2018 at 10:30 pm

      I totally agree! We never make regular waffles anymore!

      Reply
  7. Alyson

    August 26, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    A great fruit topping is fresh sliced peaches heated up in real maple syrup and spooned over the top. You can top with a few candied pecans and a dollop of real sweetened whipped cream, YUM!

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      August 27, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      Oh my gosh that sounds like HEAVEN! Can’t wait to try it, thanks for the tip!

      Reply
  8. Alyson

    August 26, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    A great fruit topping is fresh sliced peaches heated up in real maple syrup and spooned over the top. You can top with a few candied pecans and a dollop of real sweetened whipped cream, YUM!

    Reply
  9. angie

    May 20, 2016 at 9:18 am

    if left out over night will the milk spoil??

    Reply
    • Jessica

      March 19, 2018 at 11:24 am

      So sorry I should have specified- you let it sit overnight in the fridge!

      Reply
      • Erin

        August 14, 2018 at 4:29 pm

        You should really fix your recipe so when people make this and don’t read all the comments they see you let it sit in the fridge overnight not at room temperature like the recipe says.
        I’m going to make these tomorrow morning so i hope they turn out.

      • Jessica

        August 23, 2018 at 1:35 pm

        Hey Erin! The recipe actually calls for the waffles to sit out at room temperature! We do that almost every time we make them and have never had an issue with the milk or anything else! If you are worried about leaving them out at room temperature though, we have also tried it with them overnight in the fridge and they still work great! So at the end of the day it really doesn’t matter whether you leave them on the counter or on the fridge, they may not be as fluffy if left in the fridge but they still look normal and taste great. Sorry for the confusion!

      • Jessica

        August 23, 2018 at 1:37 pm

        I meant to have that say you *can* let them sit in the fridge! But we leave ours out on the counter and have never had any issues! But they work great if left in the fridge as well!

  10. TJ

    April 17, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Is there an error in the recipe? I’ve attempted these twice now and they turn out nothing like the photo. In the morning the batter is foamy on top and runny “whey” like underneath. After adding eggs and egg whites it is still too runny. This morning I drained off some of the “whey” and added flour…that helped some, I at least got a normal looking waffle.
    I’m thinking the recipe must have an error in the ratios. Perhaps the milk should be 1 or 1 1/2 instead of 2 cups?

    Reply
  11. TJ

    April 17, 2016 at 8:29 am

    Is there an error in the recipe? I’ve attempted these twice now and they turn out nothing like the photo. In the morning the batter is foamy on top and runny “whey” like underneath. After adding eggs and egg whites it is still too runny. This morning I drained off some of the “whey” and added flour…that helped some, I at least got a normal looking waffle.
    I’m thinking the recipe must have an error in the ratios. Perhaps the milk should be 1 or 1 1/2 instead of 2 cups?

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      April 17, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      No! That’s so weird, I don’t know why that would be happening, but it always works for me and as you can see in the comments other people have tried it and loved it! :) Maybe it’s a difference in places we live or something. Who knows. Best of luck!

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      Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      April 17, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      No! That’s so weird, I don’t know why that would be happening, but it always works for me and as you can see in the comments other people have tried it and loved it! :) Maybe it’s a difference in places we live or something. Who knows. Best of luck!

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      Reply
  12. JaNan

    February 23, 2016 at 9:56 am

    Would I be able to save unused batter in the refrigerator for the next morning?

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      February 23, 2016 at 10:44 am

      Yes! We do that all the time!

      Reply
      • JaNan

        February 28, 2016 at 7:17 am

        Good to know! I’ve made these waffles two weekends in a row… They are SO GOOD! Thanks for the recipe!

      • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

        February 28, 2016 at 7:28 am

        You are SOOOOO welcome!! I’m so glad!!

  13. Julie Hoover

    December 31, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    Holy cow these were amazing. Our house smelled like a fancy bakery for the rest of the day.
    http://www.greenmountaincottage.com

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      December 31, 2015 at 7:38 pm

      Aww you just totally made my night!! Thank you so much ????????. We had them this morning too! Haha. So good!

      Reply
  14. Slapdash Diaries

    August 31, 2015 at 5:47 pm

    YUM! I love breakfast foods and now that we have church at one o’clock, we have time for brunch on Sunday morning! Just about the only good thing I can think of about the late schedule with a toddler :)

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      August 31, 2015 at 6:28 pm

      Haha the only good thing for sure!! You are gonna love these.. The BEST!

      Reply
  15. Betsey Lee

    August 31, 2015 at 9:28 am

    What if you want to do these for a Sunday dinner? Still make the night before? Can they sit out that much longer? Or just prepare in the morning and leave out all day…

    Reply
    • Jessica @ Pretty Providence

      August 31, 2015 at 10:06 am

      Either would work! But you can definitely still do the night before!

      Reply

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