Overnight Sourdough Waffles Recipe | Buttered Side Up (2024)

These overnight sourdough waffles have quickly become a family favorite!

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You guys. I have discovered the wonderful world of sourdough! I’m so excited to share more about it, but for now I want to talk about these amazing waffles.

My first bite of these overnight sourdough waffles and I was sold. Done. Why would I want to make any other waffles ever again? Well, that’s being a bit dramatic. But these are goooood. I had heard that sourdough waffles were amazing, and now I know what all the fuss is about. Crispy with a hint of yeasty, sourdough flavor, and so easy to make.

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Simply mix together a few ingredients for the overnight “sponge”, then add a few more things the next morning when you’re ready to cook the waffles.

It’s been our Saturday ritual the last month or so to whip up a batch of these overnight sourdough waffles. What a wonderful start to the weekend!

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Something else that I’ve been enjoying lately is my new waffle iron! The folks over at Pleasant Hill Grain were kind enough to send it to me to test out, and I’m so glad they did.

I’ve had a cheap teflon-coated electric one for years, and I always felt a bit bad about using it. It was the only nonstick cookware that I owned, and it was starting to cook unevenly. When I finally decided to try to make the switch to a cast iron waffle maker, I was disappointed that most of them were made in China. So I held out a while longer.

Then I saw this Skeppshult cast iron waffle maker on the Pleasant Hill Grain website, which I had considered buying in the past, and glory be: it’s made in Sweden! Of course I wanted to try it out.

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Overall, I really like this waffle iron. I had a few little quibbles with it, but they can easily be remedied:

  • I have used this waffle iron multiple times, and I only had an issue with the waffles sticking a few of those times. After I sprayed it generously with avocado oil and ran some waffles through it, it righted itself and the waffles no longer stuck. And I’m assuming it will only get better over time if I treat it properly and make sure to keep it well seasoned. Cast iron waffle makers are notorious for sticking, so I was pleased that it wasn’t an irreparable issue.
  • When you spray the iron with oil, it tends to drip out the back of the iron a bit onto your stovetop. It wipes up really easily, or you can lay down a piece of aluminum foil to catch any drips. I made a little tray of foil and it worked well! I highly recommend picking up a can of avocado oil spray – it makes greasing the iron so easy!
  • This one is actually more of a pro than a con, but I thought I’d mention it: The iron is actually fairly heavy! But I wouldn’t really have it any other way. I can tell that it’s well built because it has some weight to it. It swivels easily on my stove grates, so it isn’t really an issue for me.

I can honestly say that after testing this iron I would buy it for myself. But I feel like I need to nitpick for you guys. ❤ It’s not exactly the same as a nonstick iron and it requires a little more hands-on time, but I’m so glad that I don’t have to use toxic materials when we want to enjoy waffles anymore! If you have any questions about this iron, don’t hesitate to ask in the comments!

Cooking Overnight Sourdough Waffles

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The trick to getting evenly cooked waffles is mastering The Art of the Flip. I like to preheat the iron for 2 minutes on 1 side between cooking each waffle, flip the iron, add the waffle batter, and cook for 1 minute on the un-preheated side. Then I flip it and cook for 1 more minute on the other side. It’s really easy once you get the hang of it. Just remember: Preheat 2 minutes, flip, add batter, and cook for 1 minute on each side.

Another trick is finding the right balance of heat. I find that a good medium works well. You don’t want it blazing hot, and you don’t want a timid flame. Right in the middle is good.

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There’s just nothing quite so sublime as a crispy, golden-brown waffle slathered with butter and drizzled with maple syrup. Am I right?!

More Ways to Serve Overnight Sourdough Waffles:

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WRONG. When you add fresh fruit, it gets even better! ?I’ll sometimes get ambitious and add a dollop of whipped cream as well. Heaven!

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Mix up a batch of these Overnight Sourdough Waffles on Friday night and enjoy a scrumptious Saturday morning breakfast. These reheat nicely, so you could make a double batch and eat them throughout the week. The kids LOVE it when we have leftover waffles, and I love that breakfast is mostly made in advance.

Many thanks to Pleasant Hill Grain for sponsoring this post! I can’t wait to whip up another batch of waffles in my iron. ?

Here’s a video with step-by-step instructions:

More Sourdough Recipes:

  • Sourdough Pancakes
  • Sourdough Pull Apart Rolls
  • How to Make Artisan Sourdough Bread
  • Sourdough Sandwich Bread
  • Overnight Sourdough Waffles
  • Sourdough Cranberry Orange Rolls
  • Sourdough Dutch Baby/German Pancake

These sourdough waffles can rise overnight so you can quickly cook up a batch the next morning!

CourseBreakfast

CuisineAmerican

KeywordSourdough, Waffles

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Rising time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes

Servings 4

Author Erica Kastner

Ingredients

For the overnight sponge:

  • 1cup(240 grams) sourdough starter,active*
  • 1cupbuttermilk(I used 3/4 cup yogurt + 1/4 cup milk)
  • 1cuporganic all-purpose flour(you can use half whole wheat if you like)
  • 1tablespoonsucanat or organic cane sugar

For the next morning:

  • 1/4cupbutter, melted and cooled
  • 1large egg
  • 1teaspoonpure vanilla extract
  • 1/4-1/2teaspoonunrefined salt
  • 1teaspoonbaking soda

Instructions

The night before:

  1. Whisk together the sourdough starter, buttermilk, flour, and sucanat until smooth. Cover and let sit on the counter overnight or 8-12 hours.

The next morning:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, egg, and vanilla. Whisk into the overnight sponge.

  2. Sprinkle the salt and baking soda on top of the batter. Whisk until incorporated.

To cook the waffles:

  1. While you're mixing together the batter, preheat your cast iron waffle maker over medium heat on the stove for 5 minutes on each side.

  2. When you're ready to cook, flip the iron so that the hot side is on top. Spray generously on both sides with avocado oil. Add about 1/2 cup of batter, close the iron, and cook for 1 minute. Flip and cook for 1 more minute, or until the waffle is a lovely golden color.

  3. Remove waffle with a fork and eat immediately, or keep warm on a cooling rack-lined baking sheet in a 200 degree oven.

  4. Flip waffle iron and preheat for 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, flip again so that the hot side is on top. Add more batter, close, and cook 1 minute. Flip and cook for 1 more minute.

  5. Repeat the process of preheating for 2 minutes, flipping, + cooking for 1 minute per side until all of the batter is used up. Spray iron with avocado oil every few waffles, or after every waffle if they're wanting to stick.

Recipe Notes

*Active starter simply means that you have fed it about 8 hours beforehand. I suggest feeding your starter Friday morning, mixing up the sponge Friday night, and cooking the waffles Saturday morning.

*You can reheat any leftover waffles in a toaster.

*If you use the higher amount of salt, these waffles are quite salty. I personally prefer this to the lower amount of salt, but you might prefer the lower amount.

* Recipe adapted from NY Times.

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FAQs

Should you let waffle batter rest overnight? ›

Recommended overnight or 2 hr resting – for the tastiest waffles, rest the batter overnight in the fridge or for at least 2 hours. This makes the flour grains absorb the liquid so it makes the inside of the waffles softer.

Can you make waffles a day ahead? ›

If you're working ahead, cool the waffles and store in the fridge or freezer. When it's breakfast time you can reheat your waffles toaster oven, cut into dippable pieces, and serve with maple syrup on the side. A make-ahead breakfast your kids will love.

How do you make waffles crispy and not soggy? ›

Grease the Waffle Iron With Cooking Spray

If you're looking for how to make crispy waffles in a waffle maker, try using cooking spray instead. Cooking spray won't burn as rapidly as butter, and will help achieve that satisfyingly crisp outside you crave.

Can I refrigerate uncooked waffle batter? ›

We prefer making the batter when we cook the waffles, but you can also make the batter ahead of time. Simply cover, refrigerate, and it will keep for up to five days. Whisk gently before using.

How do you keep waffles crispy overnight? ›

Place a cooling rack on top of a cookie sheet and put it into the oven. By placing the rack on top of the sheet rather than placing the waffles directly on the sheet, you are allowing the hot air to circulate right around the waffle to keep it crisp.

How long can I make waffle batter the night before? ›

One of those convenient, make-ahead breakfast recipes, not only can you make batter from this Belgian waffle recipe ahead of time, it will keep beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Or you can do what I do and cook all of the batter at once and freeze the waffles to heat in the toaster.

Why are restaurant waffles so good? ›

While the griddles themselves likely vary from one diner chain to the next, diners are pretty much all working with a waffle iron or griddle that's already hot. IHOP, for instance, requires its pans to be heated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and uses Crisco instead of butter to grease it, says Grimm.

What is the secret to making good waffles? ›

Here are some tips:
  • Strike while the iron's hot. If your waffles come out pale and soft, it could be because the appliance isn't hot enough. ...
  • Whip your whites. ...
  • Opt for oil instead of butter. ...
  • Try a yeasted-waffle recipe. ...
  • Add cornstarch. ...
  • Finish them in the oven.
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How to make waffles ahead of time for a party? ›

Better to have a couple waffle makers and make them as needed. IF you must make them ahead of time, make them, let them cool on a rack and then rewarm them in the oven or a toaster oven as you need them.

How do you store homemade waffles overnight? ›

Place the waffles in an airtight bag or container.

Try using resealable plastic zipper bags. No matter what size the waffles are, you can usually fit a few of them in food storage bags. If you have big enough refrigeration containers, they will also work well.

How to keep waffles fresh overnight? ›

You can use a resealable plastic bag or your preferred Tupperware. Then, when it comes time to reheat those waffles, we recommend just popping them in the toaster to reheat leftover waffles and keep them crispy — just as you would with any pre-frozen waffles you buy at the store.

How to make waffles crispier in waffle maker? ›

3 Tips for Making Crispy Waffles
  1. Make Sure Your Waffle Iron Is Hot. A hot waffle iron makes a huge difference when it comes to crispy waffles, even more than brushing the iron with butter (though that is, of course, delicious). ...
  2. Swap Half the Buttermilk for Milk. ...
  3. Bake the Finished Waffles in the Oven.

Why do my waffles come out rubbery? ›

While nailing a waffle's ideal texture is an elusive game, there's one surefire way to mess it up: Using a flour with too much protein structure. This eliminates bread flour, which is great for chewy loaves but too heavy for waffles.

Can you leave pancake batter in the fridge overnight? ›

How can I make the pancake batter ahead of time? To make ahead the pancake batter, prepare it in the evening. Then, cover the bowl, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, give the batter a quick whisk just before you want to use it.

Can I premix pancake batter the night before? ›

If you want to make good pancakes my #1, sold-gold, absolute best piece of advice I can give you is to make the batter the night before. It allows the gluten in the batter to relax (giving you fluffier pancakes) and also saves a huge amount of time (and cleaning up) in the morning. It really is a fairly simple process.

Can you make Aunt Jemima waffle batter the night before? ›

You can easily double this recipe and make the waffle batter ahead of time. Then, you can keep the rest in the fridge for a few days to make one when the craving hits- even in the middle of the night! Drizzle your waffles with fruit syrups!

How long can waffle batter rest? ›

So I didn't want to allow the waffle batter to rest overnight and deactivate the baking soda. I found 15 to 30 minutes to be enough time to improve the texture of the waffles!

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