Hamilton Beach 26030 Belgian Waffle Maker

Hamilton Beach 26030 Belgian Waffle Maker

Great Waffle Maker!
I have bought several waffle makers in my life. But this is by far, the best one yet! It is a new model. So, you probably haven't seen many reviews on it yet. So, I thought I would get the ball rolling. ;-) As of this review, I have used it twice, and both times, the waffles came out great -- light and tasty and with VERY LITTLE MESS! No "seasoning" needed! (If you don't know what that means, don't worry about it.)

One thing I recommend on ANY waffle maker is using "non-stick oil spray," REGARDLESS of the claims of "non-stick." There's non-stick, and there's NON-STICK! It NEVER HURTS to use the spray, and it ALWAYS ENSURES easy removal of the cooked waffle and easy cleaning in the dish washer.

I also love how the plates are easily removable and dishwasher safe and then pop right back into the machine. **Be sure that the plates are SECURELY back in their place, before turning on the machine!

Also, be sure to read the instruction manual for...

Hamilton Beach 26030 Review
I would like to say that I was looking all over amazon for a high quality single waffle iron that rotated like the ones in the hotels, had removable griddles for easy cleaning and would not scorch your waffles on a regular basis. I would like to say that this is by far the best waffle maker that I have ever owned. No matter what waffle recipe we have put in, if you set it around 2 and watch for the steam to stop coming from the side of the griddles you will have a perfect golden brown waffle. A note on the non-stick, so far they really mean non-stick. we have yet to have a waffle come out half stuck to the griddle. And my lovely lady has even forgotten to butter the griddles before a few waffles and it was never a problem. I will say that the first waffle is the most even in terms of golden brown. the consecutive waffles seem to be a little lighter towards the back of the unit. probably would even itself out if you were patient enough to let the irons even out in-between each...

Love It!
Love it, love it, love it!!! Since I have purchased this waffle maker, I have used it several times, and it's a breeze to use. I've used package mix as well as scratch recipes for waffles and they all have turned out great.

I have purchased several waffle makers in the past, and I don't care how carefully you prep your waffle iron, one waffle will ultimately stick and it's near impossible to get it completely out to clean because you can't get the iron wet or use something sharp to scrape the waffle out. With this iron the grids "POP OUT" and you can put them in the dishwasher or wash by hand for easy cleaning. I still prep the grids with a little olive oil in a small pump spray, but you could use a store bought spray if you prefer. You just need to use "something" regardless of the "non-stick" claims as it ensures easy removal of your cooked waffle.

I also like how the handle folds in for storage so you can keep it in a narrower space. It's a great machine, and...

Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker 26030

Imagine tasting fluffy, Belgian-style waffles for breakfast every morning. Then, imagine the satisfaction of being able to make a vanilla waffle one day and add nuts, fruit or even dessert toppings to your batter on the next. Now, envision this breakfast experience with no mess and effortless cleanup. You can stop dreaming and wake up, the Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker is in the kitchen and expecting you for breakfast.

With an ultra flip design, this waffle maker expertly bakes golden brown, fluffy waffles and gives you total flipping control so you can create restaurant-quality results right at home. Make your waffle just the way you want it – lighter or darker – in just minutes. Designed for the thickest batter and most complex waffle, the Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker has Belgian-style grids with deep pockets to hold plenty of toppings. Even better, the nonstick grids are removable to go in the dishwasher for easy cleanup afterwards.

Flips Waffles Like the Restaurants Pros

With a little flick of the wrist, The Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker lets you effortlessly bake, make and flip perfect waffles just like a gourmet restaurant chef. Best of all, the adjustable browning control makes waffles golden brown and crispy on the outside and meltingly tender on the inside. To cook waffles like the best restaurants do, simply preheat the waffle maker until the READY light comes on. Then, pour in waffle batter and flip to lock in place. Waffles are done in 5-8 minutes, depending on the setting and the recipe. Using an oven mitt, flip the waffle maker back and open the cover to a perfect waffle.

Makes Delicious Waffles 12 Different Ways

If you're craving the sweet and mouthwatering taste of a waffle, but can't decide the flavor or ingredients, you're in good company. The Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker fits you like a glove. Its deep-grooved waffle grid design is built to handle any type of batter you pour in. Simply choose your recipe and it will handle the rest – effortless flipping, fast, even cooking and browning control.

PRODUCT FEATURE BENEFITS

1. Flips easily for thick, fluffy waffles
2. Cool-touch, easy-flip handle folds for easy storage
3. Brushed stainless steel exterior housing ensures long-lasting durability
4. Advanced heating technology ensures consistent baking and browning
5. Nonstick finish allows effortless release and trouble-free cleanup
6. Removable grids & drip tray are dishwasher safe
7. Drip tray catches excess batter
8. Browning control
9. ON and READY lights indicate when power is on and when to add batter

Breakfast Trend On the Rise

Breakfast isn't called the most important meal of the day without good cause. Jumpstarting your day with a nutritious breakfast has shown to improve mental performance, give you energy and healthy carbohydrates, and help reduce mindless snacking. What's more, where breakfast is prepared and bought has changed over the years. Instead of traditional breakfast meals and times anymore, consumers are now having breakfast at all times of the day, reinterpreting breakfast foods in creative ways and cooking at home.

Simple Cleanup

The removable waffle grids are dishwasher safe. To clean the drip tray, rinse off excess overflowed batter with hot water. For easy cleanup and storage, wipe down the exterior with a damp, soapy cloth and fold the handle. Do not use steel wool, scouring pads, abrasive cleansers or sharp or pointed objects on any part, as this will tarnish the steel exterior.

COOKING TIPS

Before pouring batter into grids, always spray them with a small amount of nonstick cooking spray. Waffle color and crispiness are determined by the temperature of the grids, so the higher the temperature, the browner and crisper the waffle. If the cover of the waffle maker doesn't lift up easily, let your waffle cook a little longer before lifting the lid again. To store waffles for later reheating, pack in airtight container and keep in the refrigerator or freezer.

Mix In Your Favorite Toppings & Spices

Don't care for plain waffles or need a snazzy new breakfast recipe? Tasting is believing with Hamilton Beach. To mix things up, reduce the amount of batter that you're using and stir one of these sweet treats into the batter before cooking:

• Chocolate
• Maple syrup
• Cinnamon sugar
• Fresh or dried fruit
• Pecans or walnuts

TIP: If using nuts in waffle batter, use chopped nuts and/or evenly spread batter to allow lid to fully close.

• Flip for thick, fluffy waffles
• Adjustable browning control makes waffles crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside
• Power on and ready to cook indicator lights tell you when power is on and when to add batter
• Cool-touch handle folds for easy storage
• Removable dishwasher safe grids and drip tray