Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream

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Whip up Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream as a brunch centerpiece this spring! Drizzled with Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk, this breakfast sweet is the perfect treat for Easter, Mother’s Day, or any other warmer weather brunch gathering. Makes 6 waffles.

Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk is drizzled onto waffles, covered in strawberries

When I was pregnant last spring, I got really, really into waffles. Specifically, I was into super fluffy-on-the-inside and crisp-on-the-outside waffles—which are actually really hard to do if you don’t have the right recipe. (Spoiler alert: I didn’t at first, which led to some really disappointing waffles.)

When I figured out how to make those, we made them every weekend and on the occasional weekday, too, because my pregnancy cravings for breakfast carbs were no joke.

Fast forward to today. I still adore waffles, but they’re now a weekend treat.

More breakfast recipes for sharing: Strawberry Cinnamon Breakfast Buns / Mashed Potato Chorizo Breakfast Tacos / Double Chocolate Pancakes / Chocolate Chip Muffins | Chocolate Chip Waffles

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    A bottle of Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk lies next to a platter of waffles

    I’m super excited to share this waffle recipe with y’all today because they’re the BEST kind of weekend treat.

    I mean, how could we turn our noses up at homemade waffles topped with strawberries and cream?

    These waffles would be perfect for Easter or Mother’s Day brunch. You could make ‘em for Dad, too, on Father’s Day.

    And the thing that pushes them over the top? Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk in a Squeeze Bottle

    Strawberries and cream waffle ingredients are laid out on a flat surface

    What you’ll need to make Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream

    A collage of a woman making waffle batter

    How to make homemade waffles

    Mix the waffle batter ingredients in separate bowls

    In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Whisk until smooth.

    In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup (or another bowl), measure out the milk, oil, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Use a fork to mix the ingredients together.

    Separate the eggs, placing the whites into another bowl, and add the egg yolks to the liquid ingredients. Once the yolks have been added to the other liquids, break them and mix together.

    A woman whips egg whites to soft peaks

    Use a hand mixer to whip the egg whites to soft peak stage.

    Use a hand mixer to whip the egg whites at a high speed until they reach the soft peak stage, about 2-3 minutes.

    They will foam and thicken, becoming a glossy white as you beat them.

    A bowl of whipped egg whites, made into soft peaks, are shown

    You’ll know they are at the soft peak stage when you turn off the hand mixer and lift the beaters out of the egg whites.

    The egg whites should mostly hold their shape, but gently fold over themselves at the top.

    Wet and dry ingredients are shown with beaten egg whites

    Mix the waffle batter

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Don’t fret about any lumps—they’re OK.

    Add the egg whites to the batter, and gently fold them into the waffle batter until just combined. If you overmix them, the waffles will run the risk of becoming tough.

    steps to make waffle batter

    Cook the waffles in the waffle iron

    Pour a ½ cup scoop of the batter into the preheated waffle iron. Spread it with your spatula so that the waffle is even.

    Close the waffle maker, and cook until your preferred level of doneness.

    When the waffle is cooked through, remove from the waffle maker and serve immediately or place on the baking sheet and place in a warmed oven. (This works nicely if you’re serving brunch and want everyone to eat at the same time.)

    A woman makes waffles in a waffle iron

    Dress the waffles

    Slice strawberries with a sharp knife, and place in a bowl. (I chopped about ½ a carton of strawberries, and it wasn’t enough!)

    Serve the waffles on a platter.

    Allow guests to add their strawberries, and then drizzle with Eagle Brand squeeze sweetened condensed milk before enjoying!

    Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream are served on a platter

    FAQs about Homemade Waffles

    Is there a difference between waffle batter and pancake batter?

    While they’re very similar, my waffle batter contains more fat than any of my pancake recipes. (My Chocolate Pancakes have half of what these waffles do.)

    For the waffles to get crispy on the outside, I like the combination of oil and cornstarch—so my recipe calls for both. None of my pancake recipes involve cornstarch.

    I also whip my egg whites to soft peaks for these waffles to ensure they’re nice and fluffy on the inside!

    The long and the short of it is, while waffle and pancake batter are similar, there are differences. I do not advise using pancake batter to make waffles because the texture will be very different.

    Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk is drizzled onto waffles, from above

    Why should I try out the Eagle Brand squeeze sweetened condensed milk?

    Sweetened condensed milk isn’t just for baked goods, y’all!

    This squeeze bottle is a brilliant thing for instances where you need a drizzle, like these waffles, because it’s so easy. You flip open the lid, squeeze out the amount you want on your waffles, and then chill the rest for later. Hello, convenience and deliciousness!

    I love Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk for other sweet treats, too. (You can see how I used it in my Creamy Cranberry Tart during the holidays this year.)

    Why am I into it? It’s milk—with the water removed—and sugar. “Milk + sugar. That’s it.”

    And it’s oh-so delicious to add a little sweetness to something like these waffles!

    A woman pulls a hot waffle off the waffle iron

    Quick tips for making Strawberries and Cream Waffles

    • Keep the waffles warm in a 200°F oven after cooking. When each one has finished cooking, add it to a lined baking sheet. This will ensure you can serve all the waffles at the same time. 
    • Like your fruit a little sweeter? Chop the strawberries before making the waffles and add a sprinkle of sugar to the bowl. When the waffles are done, the strawberries will be macerated and extra juicy for serving.
    • I know it seems like extra steps to mix the dry ingredients, wet ingredients, and egg whites in separate bowls. It’s not, and it’s well worth the effort—promise!

    More waffle recipes to try:

    Looking for a classic? Try out The Best Waffles.

    Want something that tastes like dessert? We adore Chocolate Waffles and Peanut Butter Chocolate Waffle Sandwiches.

    Love seasonal flavors? Try out Pumpkin Waffles with Cinnamon Maple Syrup.

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    Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream are served on a platter

    Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream

    Erin Parker, The Speckled Palate
    Whip up Homemade Waffles with Strawberries and Cream as a brunch centerpiece this spring! This breakfast sweet is perfect for Easter, Mother’s Day or any other warmer weather gathering. Make the homemade waffles, then add fresh sliced strawberries and a drizzle of Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk. Whether you're entertaining friends for brunch or simply feeding your family a special breakfast, these strawberry waffles are something special!
    5 from 1 vote
    Servings 6 waffles
    Calories 328 kcal
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 4 minutes
    Total Time 24 minutes

    Ingredients
      

    Waffle Recipe

    • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
    • ¼ cup cornstarch
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 cup milk or a non-dairy milk
    • ¼ cup flavorless oil
    • 2 tablespoons Sweetened Condensed Milk
    • 2 large eggs separated
    • 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract

    Strawberries and Cream Waffle Toppings

    • strawberries sliced
    • Additional sweetened condensed milk

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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside.
    • Combine the flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. These are your dry ingredients. Whisk until smooth.
    • Measure the milk, oil, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract into a 2-cup liquid measuring cup (or another bowl). Use a fork to mix the ingredients together.
    • Separate the eggs, and place the whites into another bowl. Add the egg yolks to the wet ingredients.
    • Once the yolks have been added to the other liquids, break them and mix together.
    • Use a hand mixer to whip the egg whites at a high speed until they reach the soft peak stage, about 2-3 minutes. The egg whites will foam and thicken, becoming a glossy white. You’ll know they are at the soft peak stage when you turn off the hand mixer and lift the beaters out of the egg whites. The egg whites should mostly hold their shape but gently fold over themselves at the top. 
    • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. (Lumps are OK!)
    • Add the egg whites to the batter, and gently fold them into the waffle batter until just combined.
    • Turn on your waffle maker, and spray with nonstick baking spray.
    • When the waffle maker is ready, pour a ½ cup scoop of the batter into it—spreading with your spatula.
    • Close the waffle maker, and cook until your preferred level of doneness. (I like mine a little on the crisper end, but to each their own!)
    • When the waffle is cooked through, remove from the waffle maker and serve immediately or place on the baking sheet and place in a warmed oven. (This works nicely if you’re serving brunch and want everyone to eat at the same time.)
    • Make the rest of the waffles.
    • Slice strawberries with a sharp knife, and place in a bowl.
    • Serve the waffles, and allow guests to add their preferred amount of strawberries. Then, drizzle with additional sweetened condensed milk before enjoying!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 waffleCalories: 328kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 525mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
    Keyword at home brunch, Brunch, brunch baked good, brunch recipe, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, spring recipe, strawberries, waffle recipe, waffles
    Course Breakfast & Brunch
    Cuisine American
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    About the Author:

    Erin Parker is a Southern gal living in Texas with her husband and two daughters. She started The Speckled Palate to share what she was cooking as a newlywed… and over the years, it’s evolved to capture her love for hosting. Specifically, the EASIEST, lowest key entertaining because everyone deserves to see their people and connect over good food. Learn more about her

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