Lemon Zest Waffles

1Prepare the Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour (2 cups), granulated sugar (¼ cup), baking powder (1 tablespoon), and salt (½ teaspoon).

2Prepare the Wet Ingredients In another mixing bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs (2 large), milk (1¾ cups), melted butter, lemon juice (2 tablespoons), and lemon zest (1 tablespoon).

3Combine the Ingredients Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

4Cook the Waffles Preheat a waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once heated, pour the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it evenly.

5Cooking Time Close the waffle iron and cook the waffles until golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes.

6Serve the Waffles Remove the cooked waffles from the iron and transfer them to a serving plate. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.

7Enjoy! Serve the lemon zest (1 tablespoon) waffles warm, topped with your favorite toppings such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or maple syrup.