How To Make Waffles With Pancake Mix

If you've been looking for how to make waffles with pancake mix, this recipe is everything you need. This Krusteaz waffle recipe takes a basic box of pancake mix and turns it into the ultimate fluffy, crispy waffles that are just to die for! After you take one bite, you'll be craving these waffles every weekend!

The Best Waffle Recipe With Pancake Mix

Waffles are me and my wife's favorite breakfast food to make on the weekends. And after messing around with how to make waffles with pancake mix, we finally came up with the perfect recipe. So whenever we're craving waffles, we always whip up this buttermilk waffle recipe! 

This Krusteaz waffle recipe creates extremely fluffy waffles that are so soft on the inside, with the perfect crispiness on the outside and a sweet buttermilk flavor that is just addictive. 

These honestly are the best buttermilk waffles ever, and I think you'll love how easy they are to make. All you have to do is mix the pancake mix with a few secret ingredients, then let the waffle iron do its thing!

Oh, and since this Krusteaz waffle recipe comes together so effortlessly, you'll be able to whip up some fun sides to serve with them. If you're looking for what to serve with waffles, my wife and I always make this tater tot breakfast casserole if we want a big breakfast or just this million dollar bacon for something smaller.

INGREDIENTS

This recipe comes together with just a few simple ingredients, and you honestly probably have most - if not all - of them on hand already since they're kitchen/pantry staples.

Check out what you'll need to make waffles with pancake mix:

• 2 cups Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix
• 1 ½ cups cold water
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• Fresh fruit to serve
• Whipped cream

Pretty simple, right?!

Now, I know it seems odd to be using pancake mix to make waffles, but I think it gives the waffles a better flavor and texture. But if you don't have Krusteaz pancake mix, this recipe actually works just as well with the Krusteaz belgian waffle mix. So you can totally whip up the perfect Belgian waffle too!

As for additional ingredients, feel free to experiment. Personally, I like to keep my traditional waffles plain, though I'll sometimes add chocolate chips, lemon zest, or pure vanilla extract to the batter for a little extra flavor.

By the way, if prefer the Aunt Jemima waffles mix, you can use that to make these Aunt Jemima waffles. I can't decide if I like this recipe or my Aunt Jemima waffles recipe better. 

How To Make Waffles With Pancake Mix

Making Krusteaz waffles with pancake mix is as easy as it gets. So even if you're new to making waffles, I guarantee they'll turn out even better than anything you've ever had at a restaurant! 

Anyway, let's stop wasting time and make some pancake mix waffles!

Step 1: Preheat The Waffle Iron

First things first, you'll want to preheat the waffle iron and grease it with a little oil or nonstick cooking spray. Your waffle iron should have a light that turns on to indicate it's fully heated and ready to go.

Step 2: Make The Waffle Batter

While the waffle iron is preheating, you can take out a large bowl and add the pancake mix, cold water, egg, and vegetable oil to it.

Then you can give everything a good whisk until it fully combines into a smooth and slightly thick waffle batter. Make sure not to overmix the waffle batter, you'll just want to mix it until it's combined.

Step 3: Cook The Waffles

Once the waffle iron is hot, you can pour ⅓ cup of the waffle/pancake batter into the preheated waffle iron. Then you'll want to close the iron and cook the waffles for about 2-3 minutes or until they're golden brown and crispy.

Oh, and you'll want to read the instructions on your waffle maker first since each one has unique settings that may affect the cooking time.

Anyway, when your waffles are done, remove them from the hot waffle iron and repeat the pouring and cooking process until all of the batter is cooked.

Step 4: Serve The Waffles

As soon as you've finished cooking all of the waffles, stack 'em up and serve them with fresh fruit and whipped cream. If you want to switch up the toppings, another one of my favorite combinations is melted butter and maple syrup.

Finally, serve the waffles warm and enjoy!

How To Store Homemade Waffles

This recipe for Krusteaz waffles makes about 4-6 waffles, depending on the size of your waffle iron. These are so good that I wouldn't expect to have any leftovers!

With that said, my wife and I always double or triple this recipe since the waffles store so well. That way, whenever the waffle cravings hit, we can just grab one and toast it up! 

So, if you make extras and want to store leftover waffles, first put them on a baking sheet and freeze them until solid. Then you can wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store the waffles in a freezer safe bag in the freezer for up to 3 months

Now, if you don't want to freeze waffles, you can also keep the waffles in the fridge for about 2-3 days, but they're definitely best frozen.

How To Reheat Waffles

The best way to reheat waffles is by far using the toaster oven. It's basically having classic Eggo waffles, but so much better!

So just take the frozen waffles and pop 'em in the toaster oven for a few minutes until they're crispy and reach your desired temperature. Then top the waffles with anything you want and dig in!

FAQS About This Krusteaz Waffle Recipe

How To Make Crispy Waffles With Krusteaz Pancake Mix?

To make crispy waffles with Krusteaze pancake mix, you'll want to mix it with cold water, oil, and an egg. Then you'll want to make sure that you cook the waffles in a hot waffle iron for at least 3 minutes, leaving them in a little longer so they can get extra crispy. 

Can You Use Pancake Mix In a Waffle Maker?

Yes, you can use pancake mix in a waffle maker! In fact, I actually think that pancake mix makes the best waffles! All you have to do is add a few additional ingredients to the pancake mix, and then you're well on your way to making the best waffles ever!

Wrapping It Up

Well, that's how to make the best pancake mix waffles that are guaranteed to be hit! 

My wife and I seriously are obsessed with this easy waffle recipe, and I can't even count the number of times we've made it. It's just so quick and easy, and truly makes the perfect waffles every single time. So next time you're craving waffles, you have to give this recipe a try!

Anyway, I hope you enjoy these delicious waffles as much as we do.

As always, if you it a try, be sure to leave a comment below and let us know how it went!

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