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Belgian Waffles and Frites (Bruges Style)

Belgian Waffles and Frites (Bruges Style)

Crisp, golden Belgian waffles with tender centers, paired with hot, crunchy frites made using a simple two-stage fry. This easy recipe brings the cozy flavors of Bruges Belgian Bistro right into your home kitchen with everyday ingredients.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Belgian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Waffles
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt
For the Frites
  • 3 large high-starch potatoes like Russet
  • Neutral oil for frying peanut or canola
  • Salt to taste
Optional Toppings and Pairings
  • Belgian chocolate melted
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Sausage or beef carbonnade
  • Mayonnaise aioli, or mustard for dipping fries

Method
 

Waffles
  1. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
  3. Combine and Rest – Gently fold wet and dry together. Small lumps are fine. Let batter rest 10–15 minutes.
  4. Cook Waffles – Preheat waffle iron fully. Pour batter into iron, cook until deep golden with crisp edges. Cool briefly on a wire rack so steam escapes.
Frites
  1. Prep Potatoes – Peel if desired. Cut into 1/4–1/3 inch sticks. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
  2. Dry Thoroughly – Drain and pat completely dry.
  3. First Fry – Heat oil to 300–325°F. Fry potatoes in small batches until just tender but still pale (about 4–5 minutes). Remove and drain.
  4. Second Fry – Increase oil to 375–390°F. Fry again until deep golden and very crisp (about 2–3 minutes). Drain and season with salt immediately.

Notes

  • For sweeter waffles, add more sugar or a cinnamon pinch.
  • Waffles can be made ahead and crisped in a toaster before serving.
  • Fries are best eaten immediately but can be reheated in an oven or air fryer.
  • Adding melted Belgian chocolate over waffles is highly recommended for authentic flavor.