Waffle Quarters with Syrup

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These golden waffle quarters offer a crispy, light texture perfect for dipping into a warm, buttery maple syrup sauce. The batter blends flour, eggs, milk, and vanilla for classic flavors, while the syrup dip enhances each bite with rich sweetness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this brunch dish is simple to prepare and ideal for sharing with family or friends. Optional toppings like fresh berries or whipped cream add extra flair to this comforting, hand-held delight.

Updated on Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:47:00 GMT
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Crispy, golden waffle quarters served with a sweet maple syrup dip—perfect for a fun, hands-on breakfast or brunch treat.

I enjoy preparing these waffle quarters for my family weekend mornings because they are quick to make and everyone loves dipping them in the warm syrup.

Ingredients

  • Waffles: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 large eggs, 1¾ cups whole milk, ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Syrup Dip: ½ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • For Serving: Optional fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3:
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
Step 4:
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined—do not overmix (some lumps are fine).
Step 5:
Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the hot iron (about ½ cup for each waffle, depending on your iron). Cook until golden and crisp, about 4–5 minutes per batch.
Step 6:
Remove waffles and cut each round into quarters.
Step 7:
For the syrup dip, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the maple syrup and heat until warm, about 2 minutes. Pour into a small serving bowl.
Step 8:
Arrange waffle quarters on a platter with the syrup dip bowl in the center. Serve with optional berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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My family loves gathering around the breakfast table enjoying these waffle quarters together, making every weekend morning special.

Notes

Try honey or fruit compote as alternative dips.

Required Tools

Waffle iron, mixing bowls, whisk, saucepan, measuring cups and spoons, serving platter and small bowl

Allergen Information

Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (dairy). Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.

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These waffle quarters are the perfect combination of crispy and soft with a deliciously sweet dip to brighten your morning.

Waffle Quarters with Syrup

Crispy golden waffle quarters served with warm maple syrup dip for a tasty breakfast or brunch.

Prep duration
10 min
Time to cook
15 min
Complete duration
25 min
Created by Carlos Vega


Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 4 Portions

Dietary requirements Meat-free

Components

Waffles

01 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 ½ teaspoon salt
05 2 large eggs
06 1¾ cups whole milk
07 ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
08 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Syrup Dip

01 ½ cup pure maple syrup
02 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For Serving

01 Optional: fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar

Directions

Phase 01

Preheat waffle iron: Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Phase 02

Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Phase 03

Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Phase 04

Form batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; some lumps may remain—avoid overmixing.

Phase 05

Cook waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron and pour approximately ½ cup batter per waffle. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.

Phase 06

Cut waffles: Remove cooked waffles and cut each into quarters for serving.

Phase 07

Prepare syrup dip: Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, then stir in maple syrup and warm for about 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.

Phase 08

Serve: Arrange waffle quarters on a platter with the syrup dip bowl at the center. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.

Tools needed

  • Waffle iron
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving platter
  • Small serving bowl

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and speak with a healthcare provider if you're concerned about specific ingredients.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and dairy (milk).

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 390
  • Fats: 16 g
  • Carbohydrates: 54 g
  • Proteins: 8 g