5
4
If using the recipes in this booklet, refer to them for the rec-
ommended amount of batter.
4. Set the timer by pressing the button (Fig. A) to the desired
time. See the recipes below and opposite for recommended
cooking times. Most waffle recipes will take about 4 minutes.
NOTE:
The timer has a delay start; it will automatically
begin counting down approximately 2 seconds after it is set.
To reset the timer to zero, simply press and hold the timer
button for about two seconds.
NOTE:
The timer works independently from the unit; it does
not turn power to the unit on or off.
5. Close the waffle maker (Fig. D). While grasping both handles,
flip the unit over 180° (Fig. E and Fig. F).
6. The waffle maker will beep five times when the set time has
expired. Open the waffle maker and, using a fork, spear the
side of the waffle and lift it from the grids.
7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional waffles.
8. Unplug waffle maker when cooking is completed.
Recipes
Classic Waffles
2 cups all-purpose flour
1¾ cups milk
1 tablespoon sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon salt
Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk milk, eggs, and oil
in medium bowl. Whisk milk mixture into dry ingredients just until thoroughly moistened.
Preheat waffle maker. Pour 1 cup batter onto the center of the bottom grid. Close top and flip
waffle maker. Bake until brown, about 4 minutes.
Makes 4 waffles
Flavorful Whole Grain Waffles
(both delicious and healthy)
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup whole wheat flour
2 cups milk
½ cup quick cooking oats
2 eggs
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon baking powder
Combine flours, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl. Whisk milk, eggs,
and oil in medium bowl. Whisk milk mixture into dry ingredients just until dry ingredients
are thoroughly moistened. Allow batter to rest 5 minutes. Preheat waffle maker. Pour scant
1 cup batter onto the center of the bottom grid. Close top and flip waffle maker. Bake until
waffle is brown, about 4 minutes.
Makes 4 waffles
Fluffy Waffles
1¾ cups all-purpose flour
1¾ cups milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 eggs, separated
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk milk, egg yolks, and oil in
a medium bowl. Whisk milk mixture into dry ingredients just until thoroughly moistened.
Using an electric mixer, beat the egg whites in small bowl until stiff. Fold whites into batter,
leaving a few fluffs. Preheat waffle maker. Pour 1 cup batter onto the center of the bottom
grid. Close top and flip waffle maker. Bake until brown and crisp, about 4 minutes.
Makes 4 waffles
Pecan Waffles
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cups buttermilk
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon maple flavoring
Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in the
pecans. Whisk buttermilk, eggs, oil, and maple flavoring in medium bowl. Whisk milk mix-
ture into dry ingredients just until dry ingredients are thoroughly moistened. Preheat waffle
maker. Pour 1 cup batter onto the center of the bottom grid. Close top and flip waffle maker.
Bake until brown, about 4 minutes.
Makes 4 waffles
Helpful Hints
♦ If desired, packaged waffle mixes may be prepared and baked in the Presto
waffle maker.
Batter made from some packaged mixes may have a shorter baking time, so it is recom-
mended that you check for doneness after 2 minutes. A good indication that the waffle is
done is when steam escaping from the waffle maker stops.
♦ Waffle batters, whether using mixes or homemade recipes, will vary and therefore the
amount of batter needed for an evenly filled waffle, without overflow, will vary. It is rec-
ommended that when making the first waffle you use a measuring cup to gauge how much
batter is needed. Generally between ¾ and 1 cup works best. Never use more than 1 cup of
batter. If you get some overflow, be sure to use less batter for the next waffle.
♦ For batters that don’t flow when poured onto the waffle grid, use a heat-resistant spatula
and spread out the batter evenly to the edges of the grid.
♦ Dessert batters may require an application of vegetable oil to the waffle grids before cooking
the first waffle and as needed for additional waffles. Excessive use of oil can damage the
nonstick coating and over time may even cause sticking.
♦ No-stick cooking sprays are not recommended for seasoning the waffle maker as they may
leave a tacky residue. In addition, the waffle may have a mottled appearance instead of the
even brown appearance as when using vegetable oil.
♦ Keep waffles warm and crisp until serving by placing them in a single layer directly on a
rack in a 200°F oven.
Fig. D
Fig. E
Fig. F
