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Air fryer waffles with crispy golden edges, fluffy interiors, fresh raspberries, blueberries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup, served as an easy homemade breakfast.
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Air Fryer Waffles - Crisp, Fluffy, and Fast

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • For Homemade Batter (about 6 waffles):
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or half whole wheat for extra fiber)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice, rested 5 minutes)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Equipment: Air fryer, silicone waffle molds or shallow, oven-safe silicone molds, cooking spray or oil mister, mixing bowl, whisk
  • Optional Toppings: Maple syrup, fresh berries, sliced bananas, yogurt, nut butter, cinnamon sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps waffles crisp faster.
  • Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Combine the wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
  • Make the batter: Pour wet into dry and whisk just until combined. A few small lumps are fine. Avoid overmixing.
  • Prep the molds: Lightly oil or spray silicone waffle molds so the waffles release easily.
  • Fill and level: Spoon batter into the molds, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Smooth the tops with the back of a spoon for even cooking.
  • Air fry the first side: Place filled molds in the air fryer basket. Cook at 360°F (182°C) for 6–8 minutes, until the tops are set and lightly golden.
  • Release and flip: Carefully lift the waffles out of the molds (use tongs or a spatula). Place the waffles back in the basket, pattern side up, to crisp the exterior.
  • Crisp the second side: Air fry another 3–5 minutes, until deeply golden and crisp at the edges.
  • Serve hot: Plate right away with your favorite toppings. For a crowd, keep finished waffles warm in a 200°F (93°C) oven while you cook more.
  • For Frozen or Refrigerated Waffles: Preheat to 360°F (182°C). Air fry refrigerated waffles for 2–3 minutes per side; frozen waffles for 3–4 minutes per side, until crisp and heated through.