For a tasty snack, a rich and unusual breakfast, or even a delicious Sunday brunch, waffles are perfect to accompany any moment of the day. Whether in the sweet or savory version, they can be flavored with any topping that comes to mind, to satisfy the palate of all family members.

They should be prepared with a specific plate, which allows us to bring these unmistakable waffles to the table in a few moments, soft on the inside and crunchy on the surface. Ariete, with the Party Time line, has also thought of lovers of these delights: let's discover the traditional waffle recipe, how to use the machine dedicated to their cooking, and many different decorations to amaze friends and family.

The traditional waffle recipe

Also known as gaufre, waffles are sweet wafers, recognizable by the classic honeycomb structure and for being as soft on the inside as they are crunchy on the outside. Anyone who has had the pleasure of biting into them at least once describes them as exquisite canapés with a neutral taste made of few and simple ingredients. These are eggs, milk, and flour, which, if carefully processed, restore the perfect consistency of a breakfast - or a snack - typical of Northern European countries, especially Belgium, Holland, Germany, and France. Here, and now all over the world, waffles are served with the most diverse decorations: from fresh fruit to jam, passing through chocolate, ice cream, honey, spreads, cream, and grains, but also savory toppings such as crispy bacon, cheese, and poached eggs. 

The waffle recipe, as delicious and impactful as it is, is fortunately very simple. They are in fact very easy and quick to prepare alone at home, and in a few minutes they can be cooked with a specific waffle plate like the one offered in the Ariete catalog. For an expert waffle batter, we will need 180g of flour, 190g of whole milk, 80g of melted butter, 60g of sugar, 2 medium eggs at room temperature, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, vanilla - 1 packet or 1 tablespoon of extract -, 1 pinch of salt and 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil.

First, we need to separate the yolks from the whites. Then we whisk the egg whites until stiff with half of the available sugar, and immediately after we also whisk the yolks, the rest of the sugar, salt, and vanilla for a few seconds, gradually adding the milk and cold melted butter. Finally, we incorporate the carefully sifted flour and baking powder, so as to obtain a soft, smooth, and lump-free mixture. Then pour the egg whites little by little into the mixture thus obtained and mix with a spatula strictly from bottom to top, so as not to deflate the batter. 

How to prepare waffles with Ariete

Having followed all the easy steps of the traditional waffle recipe, we finally go to cook them using the Ariete waffle maker plate from the Party Time range, with soft lines and pop colors reminiscent of 1950s America and its Happy Days. Thanks to the non-stick plates specifically designed to obtain the typical waffle texture, we can prepare our favorite waffles at home in a few moments. With the Waffle Maker Party Time we can indulge in experimenting with various fillings and always creating delicious waffles, whether with chocolate, fruit and whipped cream, or savory with bacon, salmon, avocado, and cream cheese. The possibilities are virtually endless, and allow us to bite into a waffle with a different flavor every day.

For an optimal result, always remember to grease the grids before pouring the batter: despite being already made with non-stick material, this little trick will allow us to lift the waffles without breaking them, saving time during the cleaning of the machine. When the Waffle Maker is hot, open the lid and pour a little of the batter created earlier - or made with the recipe you prefer - letting it flow first into the center of the lowest part and then gradually towards the edges. Having done this, close the lid and wait a few minutes for this delicious magic to happen.