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How do I remove the waffle from the griddle without scratching the waffle maker?

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If the waffle is done, just sticking a fork in the side of the waffle and gently lifting will do the trick.

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How much batter do I use for this?

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Use about 1/3 cup batter for a 7-inch round iron and a generous 3/4 cup batter for a Belgian waffle iron.

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Can I use butter instead of oil?

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Yes, you can.

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Can this be used with any waffle maker?

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You will most likely be able to use any standard waffle maker. If your maker is not standard, with an abnormal shape or different set-up, you need to consult your waffle maker's user manual.

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Why do my waffles still stick after oiling plates?

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Your waffle maker may not be hot enough. Make sure to preheat it before you pour the first batter into it. Also, make sure you are allowing it enough time to cook completely, as stated in the owner's manual.

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Do I spray oil every time I make a new waffle?

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When your waffle maker is new, it needs to be seasoned by lubricating it before every waffle. After it acquires a dark coating, it will not require as much lubrication. If it is Teflon, you will have to decide by trial and error.

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How long does it take to cook a waffle in a waffle maker?

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It'll take about 5 minutes, depending on the model. Rather than watching the time, wait for the indicator light to change color or turn off. Alternatively, check the crack between the plates to see whether or not the waffle looks done.

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Why do you need to flip a waffle maker?

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You flip waffle makes to help distribute the batter more evenly. If you don't flip the waffle maker, the batter will just settle into the bottom plate, and it won't cook evenly.

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Can you use pancake mix in a waffle maker?

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Yes! You can certainly use pancake mix in a waffle maker. To make the mix taste more like waffles, add and extra egg and some oil.

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Why doesn't my waffle iron brown waffles on the top?

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Most waffle irons have removable plates. Open the waffle iron and remove the top plate. You should then be able to see the heating coil. Plug the waffle iron in for about 10 seconds, and you should see the coil get hot. Compare it to the bottom coil; they should be about the same. If they're not, then the coils could be defective. If the coils seem equally hot, the top coil may have shifted so it's no longer close to the plate.

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How will I know when the waffle is ready to eat? Does a red light indicate that it is finished?

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It depends on the waffle maker you have. Some waffle makers do have an audible indicator or a light indicator to let you know that the waffle is done. In most cases a red light would indicate that the machine was still operating, and a green light (or the absence of a red light) would indicate it was finished. But again, it varies.

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Can I make a pancake in a waffle maker?

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You can't make pancakes in a waffle maker. This is because a waffle maker has heating plates that are shaped into the form of a waffle. If you're looking to make flat, circular pancakes, you will need to use a stove top.

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What's the best temperature to cook waffles?

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Usually medium heat, or until your waffle maker lights up indicating it's ready. Low or high heat can result in under-cooked or burnt waffles, so medium heat generally works best.

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