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Ingredients
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Waffle Batter
Toppings
Method
Waffle Batter
Mix dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until evenly combined.
Combine wet ingredients
In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk 1 1/2 cups whole milk, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.
Make the batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula until just combined — small lumps are fine. Do not overmix to keep waffles light. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to hydrate the flour and allow baking powder to start activating.
Cook waffles
Spoon or pour batter onto the preheated waffle iron (amount depends on size of iron; typically 3/4 to 1 cup per waffle). Close the lid and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3–5 minutes per waffle depending on your iron. Remove carefully and keep warm on a wire rack in a low oven (about 200°F / 95°C) while you cook the remaining batter. Re-brush the iron with a little of the 1 tablespoon butter between batches to prevent sticking.
Toppings
Make whipped cream
Place 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in a chilled bowl. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip on medium-high speed until soft peaks form (about 2–3 minutes). Taste and adjust sweetness if desired. Do not overwhip; stop when cream holds soft peaks.
Prepare berries
Rinse strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries under cold water. Hull and slice strawberries. Gently pat all berries dry with paper towels. If desired, toss the sliced strawberries with a teaspoon of granulated sugar and let sit 5–10 minutes to macerate for extra juiciness.
Assemble
Place a warm waffle on a plate. Top with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream, then scatter a mixture of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries over the cream. Drizzle with maple syrup to taste. Serve immediately so waffles remain crisp.