Pancakes and Waffles
Fluffy pancakes and crispy waffles made from butter, whole milk, eggs, sugar and flour — a classic breakfast batter prepared entirely in the Thermomix. The mixing function blends everything into a lump-free consistency in seconds, while gentle heating melts the butter directly in the bowl. Ideal for weekend brunches with the whole family.
About this recipe
Pancakes and waffles with the Thermomix TM7 are the ultimate weekend breakfast recipe: one simple batter of whole milk, eggs, unsalted butter, sugar, all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt, turned into two golden classics. Anyone searching for easy breakfast recipes or an all-in-one kitchen machine will appreciate how the TM7 melts the butter directly in the mixing bowl, then blends the wet and dry ingredients into a silky, lump-free batter in seconds — no hand whisking, no bowls to wash. The batter works equally well in a frying pan for thick, fluffy pancakes or in a waffle iron for crisp, golden waffles with a soft heart. Baking powder gives an airy rise, while the whole milk and melted butter add richness and a tender crumb. Perfect for lazy Sunday mornings, children's birthday brunches or a festive family breakfast, this versatile base invites endless toppings, from berries and maple syrup to chocolate spread.
Preparation tips
- Let the pancake batter rest for a short while after mixing so the flour fully hydrates and the baking powder starts working; this gives noticeably fluffier pancakes with a more tender crumb.
- Melt the unsalted butter in the mixing bowl first, then add the cold whole milk — this tempers the mixture so the eggs don't curdle and the batter stays smooth.
- For extra-fluffy waffles, separate the eggs and fold the whipped whites gently through the batter at the very end; cook the waffles until deeply golden for maximum crispness.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the whole milk with a plant-based alternative such as oat or almond drink and use plant-based margarine instead of unsalted butter; the batter stays just as smooth and the waffles equally crisp.
- Festive variation: add a pinch of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla to the batter, then serve the pancakes and waffles with warm stewed apples, whipped cream and a dusting of icing sugar for a winter brunch.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Built-in scale - Weigh the all-purpose flour and sugar directly into the Thermomix bowl to the gram, with no measuring cups needed. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
- Smooth batter - The Thermomix mixes eggs, whole milk and flour into a lump-free pancake batter in seconds, faster than manual whisking. [Mixing]. [Time Savings]
- Gentle melting - Precise heating melts the unsalted butter evenly in the TM7 bowl without splattering or burning. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Airy texture - The whipping function of the Thermomix froths the eggs with sugar until pale, giving waffles a lighter structure. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
- Fine texture - The grinding function of the TM7 pulverises granulated sugar into a fine powder that dissolves instantly in the batter. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- unsalted butter
- whole milk
- large eggs
- sugar
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- salt