Pre-heat mini waffle machine, so it is ready to go.
OPTION 1: USING BAKING & PANCAKE MIX
In a mixer bowl, beat egg whites on high to stiff peaks, set aside. Whisk together egg yolks, milk or water, oil (and vanilla). Using a rubber spatula, gently add pancake mix to liquid mixture. DO NOT over mix; batter will be lumpy. Gently fold in beaten egg whites until combined.
Spoon batter into hot waffle maker that has been sprayed; use 1 to 1-1/2 TBSP batter per mini waffle. Bake according to directions on Mini Waffle Maker. For crispier waffles, cook 1 additional minute after ready light comes on. Repeat until all batter is cooked.
OPTION 2: USING ARTISAN FLOUR BLEND
Recipe adapted from the Sunbeam Mini Waffle Maker recipe booklet.
In a large bowl whisk together Pamela's Artisan Flour, cornstarch, cornmeal, baking powder and salt, set aside. In a mixer bowl, beat egg whites on high to soft peaks. Add sugar. Beat on high to stiff peaks, set aside. Whisk together egg yolks, milk, and vanilla. Using a rubber spatula, gently add liquid mixture to flour mixture. DO NOT over mix; batter will be lumpy. Stir in melted butter. Gently fold in beaten egg whites until combined. Spoon batter into hot waffle maker that has been sprayed and bake; 1 to 1 -1/2 TBSP batter per mini waffle. Bake according to directions, for crispier waffles, cook one additional minute after ready light comes on.
Variation using Artisan Flour: To make buttermilk waffles, substitute buttermilk for milk, add 3/4 tsp baking soda, and use 3 TBSP sugar instead of 2.
Extra waffles can be frozen or refrigerated for use at a later date. Waffles reheat well in a toaster oven.
Chefs Note: To bump up flavor use 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts or bacon. Just add 1/2 tsp. to waffle maker after spraying and before batter is spooned in. Cook the same way. This will form a little crust on one side that is packed with flavor and a little more chew.
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