# 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
09 - ½ cup pure maple syrup
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ For Serving
11 - Optional: fresh berries, whipped cream, powdered sugar
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; some lumps may remain—avoid overmixing.
05 - 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.
06 - Remove cooked waffles and cut each into quarters for serving.
07 - 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.
08 - Arrange waffle quarters on a platter with the syrup dip bowl at the center. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
