## Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
### Instructions:
1. **Preheat Waffle Iron**: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. **Prepare Dry Ingredients**: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. **Mix Wet Ingredients**: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then, stir in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. **Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients**: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. A few lumps in the batter are okay.
5. **Cook Waffles**: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or brush with melted butter. Pour enough batter onto the center of the iron to cover about 2/3 to 3/4 of the surface area. Close the lid and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually for about 3-5 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
6. **Serve**: Carefully remove the cooked waffles from the iron and transfer them to a serving plate. Repeat with the remaining batter.
7. **Enjoy**: Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
### Tips:
- To keep waffles warm while cooking additional batches, place them on a wire rack in a preheated oven set to a low temperature (around 200°F or 95°C).
- Avoid stacking cooked waffles directly on top of each other, as this can cause them to become soggy. Instead, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet or plate.
- Customize your waffles by adding mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or blueberries to the batter before cooking.
- Leftover waffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat them in a toaster or toaster oven until warmed through and crispy.
With this easy homemade waffle recipe, you can enjoy fluffy, golden waffles for breakfast or brunch any day of the week!