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These fluffy, crisp golden waffles have been a DeGoede family classic for as long as I can remember – but no one in our family loves this recipe more than my dog, Kayira. Ever since we started feeding her the last waffle from the batch (usually when there wasn’t enough batter for a complete one), she’s started waiting patiently at the counter throughout the whole process for her prized treat.

For a deluxe experience, top the waffles with raspberries, Nutella, peanut butter or chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

4 teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup sugar

2 cups milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions:

Oil the waffle iron.

Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

In another bowl, separate the egg whites and beat until stiff peaks form.

In a third bowl, stir together the egg yolks, milk, oil and vanilla.

Add the egg yolk mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.

Fold in egg whites until just combined.

Spoon a generous scoop of the batter into the waffle iron and cook for five minutes.

Don’t forget to feed the last waffle of the batch to your favorite pet!