Waffles are great, but cleaning the waffle maker is not as much fun. Discover the simple tips and tricks you can use to take the pain out of cleanup. Freelance food writer, trained chef, and kitchen equipment expert Jessica Harlan has written eight cookbooks on topics such as quinoa waffle batter ramen.
Don’t give up on waffles just yet. Cleanup doesn’t have to be a pain if you have a few tricks in your arsenal. Before you cook another waffle, commit these tips to memory. The trick to cleaning a waffle maker is timing.
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It should not be hot, but don’t put it off or forget to clean it either. Make a habit of cleaning it as soon as it cools down and you should have no problems. Wait for the waffle maker to cool before cleaning. Use a dry paper towel or a damp cloth to wipe away crumbs and soak up excess oil drips on the grid plates.