How to choose a waffle iron?

Waffles are a favorite treat for children and adults. Someone loves with jam, someone with condensed milk, cream, fruits, all the fillings can not be counted. Therefore, if there is a waffle iron in the family, then the problem of what delicious to cook for breakfast disappears by itself. The first devices for baking waffles were bulky, heavy. Waffles were baked on gas. Modern appliances have an attractive design, are powered by the network and bake sweets of any shape, size, thickness in minutes. There are no burnt or unbaked products and burnt excesses of dough that have leaked from the device due to the loose fit of the plates. But now another question arises: how to choose a waffle iron with such a variety of different models, which waffle iron is better and by what characteristics should I choose it?

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Choose a waffle iron

The simplest models that baked waffles on gas have already been squeezed out of the market by their electric “cousins”. Such only if they inherited to you. Therefore, the question is: how to choose an electric waffle iron and what to look for when choosing a model?

The size

First you need to decide what size unit you would like to have:

• If you have a large family and you plan to constantly feast on waffles, perhaps you should pay attention to professional devices. They are large, which means they take up a lot of space. But on the other hand, they allow you to bake large volumes of different types of waffles and cookies.
• If you are going to cook waffles only occasionally, then an ordinary waffle iron, quite compact, will be quite enough for you, and the price of such a device is quite affordable.

Class

Now you need to decide which waffles you will bake. There are three types of devices on sale:

• For thin wafers with small cells. Such waffles can be twisted into a horn and filled with your favorite filling.
• For thick ones, they are also called Viennese waffles.

Important! On sale there are also devices with interchangeable panels, with which you can cook not only waffles, but also other types of baking - muffins, cookies, etc.

Coating

It is very convenient when such a device has a non-stick coating. Usually it is either Teflon or ceramic coating. With such a coating, waffles are baked evenly, do not stick and it is easy to pull out the finished product. True, this can only be done with silicone or plastic blades. Metal can not be used so as not to damage the non-stick layer.

When buying a product, please note that the coating should be uniform and smooth, should not have chips or scratches.

To decide which electric waffle iron to choose, consider the following:

• Teflon-coated waffle irons allow you to bake without using oil.
• Ceramic coating made of silicon is environmentally friendly and safe.

Body

Traditional cast-iron waffle irons are not produced now. They were replaced by stainless steel and heat-resistant plastic appliances.

Which is better to choose?

• Plastic models have an interesting design, tolerate high temperatures well, and in terms of power they are not inferior to steel units in anything. Their disadvantage is that they are fragile, so you should not drop them. But at the price they are much more attractive than their "brothers" of steel.
• Steel waffle irons - reliable, strong and durable. But they are heavier and more expensive. The case of such devices can be matte or glossy.

Important! When choosing, note that less dirt and fingerprints are visible on the surface of the matte product.

Power

The speed of baking wafers directly depends on how much power the device has:

• Devices with a power of 400 to 650 watts are better not to take, otherwise - you get tired of waiting for your baking. But at the same time they consume less electricity.
• Optimum power - from 700 to 1000 watts. For baking this power is enough.
• Professional kitchen appliances have a power range of 1500-3000 watts.

Heating controller

When choosing the best waffle iron, give preference to models with a heating control. The thermostat maintains a constant temperature inside the device.

Important! Electric waffle irons can be heated up to 180-300 ° С, have from 3 to 6 heating modes.

Additional options:

• The ready indicator indicates that the plates are warming to operating temperature.
• It is very convenient to have a timer that will remind you that the baking is ready.
• Mistresses will appreciate such a useful function as a rotary device, which allows you to distribute the dough over the entire surface of the device.
• The locking device will ensure a tight fit of the plates to each other. This will prevent the dough from leaking out.
• Removable plates for making muffins, nuts, sandwiches will be a pleasant addition.

Shape and color

Today, any buyer can choose a model to their taste and color. Such a device can become a real decoration of the kitchen, or at least fit into any interior.

The size and shape of the appliance depends on which baking you prefer:

• The device for baking thin wafers can be round or rectangular. If you like to wrap waffles in horns and fill them with filling, then give preference to models that bake wafers of round shape.
• The range of models for baking Viennese waffles is much larger - with their help you can cook wafers in the shape of a triangle, polyhedron, heart, square.
• Especially for children there are devices that bake waffles with funny faces, emoticons, Christmas trees, shells.

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Useful Tips:

• When choosing a device, pay attention that it has a rubberized bottom or legs, and the compartment for storing the cord does not hurt.
• In a good waffle iron, the case and handle do not heat up, otherwise you will have to work with a tack, which is not very convenient.
• If your children love ice cream and waffles with various fillings, then you should buy a unit with a device for forming horns.
• It is desirable that the cord of such a device was more authentic.

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Waffle Maker Rating

How to choose a waffle iron for thin waffles? We present to your attention the rating of devices for baking such products.

Orion OR-WM01

In third place is the model of the Orion trademark, which bakes excellent wafers at a power of 900 watts. Has a thermostat and 5 heating levels. She has a small size and a completely modern design, as well as the optimal ratio of price and quality.

Important! There is also a drawback that buyers complain about - the heating of the handles during prolonged use.

Ves Electric SK-A7

This model has a power of 750 watts, temperature control, a heating indicator, as well as small dimensions, which does not prevent her from baking rosy products. During operation, neither the case nor the handles heat up, which ensures ease of use.

Starfood

This is a semi-professional device that can be used both at home and in catering establishments:

• The case is made of stainless steel, and the handles are made of aluminum.
• Power 1000 W, has a temperature controller and an electronic timer.

Important! The only negative is the large size, but if you have no problems with a place in the kitchen, then this is an excellent choice.

Now let's look at the rating of waffle irons for baking thick wafers.

A decent unit for baking different types of soft thick waffles. This is reflected in the countless grateful reviews of the happy owners, who brought him to the first place.

This is a compact but powerful appliance that bakes products in a few minutes. In addition to a power of 1000 W, it has indicators of readiness and heating, temperature control and protection against overheating.

Maxwell MW-1572W

This device also has positive reviews and ranks second. Has a power of 700 watts, temperature control, indicators of heating and availability. It is easy to work with, since the handle does not heat up, and the rubberized legs ensure the safety of the device.

Princess 132400

This device, which occupies the third place, is designed to prepare only two waffles, but has many accolades. With a relatively small power of 700 watts, it bakes excellent wafers thanks to the 180-degree rotation function, which contributes to an even distribution of the dough.

Important! The device is also equipped with a cover with a lock, a thermally insulated handle, protection against overheating and non-slip feet.

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There is nothing complicated in choosing the right kitchen equipment for the home and using it with pleasure, no. The main thing is to adhere to the tips outlined in this article and give preference to the verified trademarks of the manufacturers.