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IHOP Waffle Recipe

IHOP Waffle Recipe (2026)

IHOP Waffle Recipe makes fluffy, golden waffles at home using simple ingredients. Cook until crisp, then serve warm with syrup, butter, or fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1½ cups milk room temperature
  • ½ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • Cooking spray as needed

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Waffle maker
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed and lump-free.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 1 Prepare Dry Ingredients
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 2 Mix Wet Ingredients
Step 3: Make The Batter
  1. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, then gently mix until combined with a few small lumps remaining.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 3 Make The Batter
Step 4: Rest The Batter
  1. Let the batter rest for five minutes so the flour fully hydrates and the texture improves.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 4 Rest The Batter
Step 5: Preheat Waffle Iron
  1. Heat your waffle maker completely and lightly grease both cooking surfaces for easy release.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 5 Preheat Waffle Iron
Step 6: Cook The Waffles
  1. Pour batter into the center, close the lid, and cook until golden, crisp, and fully cooked.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 6 Cook The Waffles
Step 7: Serve Immediately
  1. Transfer cooked waffles to a rack, then serve warm with your favorite toppings.
    IHOP Waffle Recipe Step 7 Serve Immediately

Notes

For the fluffiest waffles, avoid overmixing and always cook on a fully preheated waffle iron.