These waffles are light, crispy, and perfect for a delightful breakfast or brunch.
Preheat your oven to 200°F and your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Preheating ensures the waffles cook evenly and achieve a crispy texture.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Sifting the dry ingredients can help prevent lumps in the batter.
In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, milk, egg yolk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
Ensure the wet ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until soft peaks form, then gradually add the sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Using a clean, grease-free bowl helps the egg whites whip up better.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light and airy.
Fold the whipped egg white into the batter gently until just incorporated.
Folding gently preserves the airiness of the whipped egg whites.
Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crisp.
Adjust the cooking time based on your waffle iron and desired crispiness.
Place cooked waffles directly on the oven rack to keep them warm and crisp while cooking the remaining batter.
Avoid stacking the waffles to maintain their crisp texture.
Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings, such as syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.
Get creative with your toppings to make each serving unique.