These Air Fryer “Extra Crispy” Golden Waffles are perfect for reheating homemade or frozen waffles until they’re wonderfully crisp on the outside while staying light and fluffy inside. The Air Fryer is ideal for achieving a golden, crunchy texture in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cooked waffles (homemade or frozen)
- Cooking spray or a light brush of melted butter (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Butter
- Maple syrup
- Fresh strawberries, blueberries, or bananas
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Peanut butter or Nutella
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
- Lightly spray the waffles with cooking spray or brush with a little melted butter for extra crispiness (optional).
- Arrange the waffles in a single layer in the Air Fryer basket. Do not overlap them.
- Air fry at 375°F (190°C):
- Frozen waffles: 4–6 minutes
- Homemade or refrigerated waffles: 3–5 minutes
- Flip the waffles halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
- Cook until the waffles are crisp and golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Homemade Waffle Batter (Optional)
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1¾ cups milk
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. A few small lumps are fine.
- Cook the batter in a waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then crisp the waffles in the Air Fryer if desired.
Prep Time
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 3–6 minutes
- Total Time: 6–9 minutes
Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the Air Fryer basket, or the waffles won’t crisp evenly.
- For an even crispier texture, cook for an extra 1–2 minutes, keeping a close eye on them to prevent burning.
- Leftover waffles can be frozen in an airtight bag for up to 3 months and reheated directly from frozen.
- For a savory twist, top with crispy bacon, fried chicken, or a poached egg.
Enjoy your perfectly crisp, golden Air Fryer waffles with all your favorite toppings