Waffle iron is a household cooking appliance, which is used to make waffles. The Waffle iron is a combination of two metal plates hinged. The metal plates molded on to the waffle iron in order to craft honeycomb pattern.
History
The waffle iron was discovered in the year 1300 in Low Countries. The waffle irons were brought to America in the year 1620 by Dutch pilgrims. In the year 1911, the electric waffle iron was produced by General Electric. The overall appearance of the waffle iron has varied from time to time. The working principle, function and design of the waffle iron however remained more or less the same.
Waffle Iron
How the Waffle Cooks
The griddle positioned under the mold is used for cooking. The griddle in the waffle iron is powered by outlet. You can find the electrical tubes behind the griddle. The griddle is a non stick material, and a kind of butter is sprayed on to the griddle in order to eradicate the sticking chances. This allows you to have a perfect waffle.
Types of Waffle Irons
Waffle iron is classified into two different types; the classification is based on the product thickness. The classification associated with the thickness is not a standard one. You can find the various types of Waffle iron listed below.
Traditional American Style Waffle Iron: The Waffle iron which has standard thickness and general shape is referred to as the classic or traditional American wafer. Usually the American wafers are square in shape.
American Style Waffle Iron
Belgian Style Waffle Iron: Belgian style waffle models are thicker in size and consist of more pocketed waffles. In comparison to the American style, the Belgian style waffle models are taller and round in shape. The Belgian style waffle models are more preferable as the produce fluffier and crispier waffles. A deeper pocket enables the outer part of the Belgian style waffle irons to get crisp and the interior part with moisture.
Belgium Style
Features of Waffle Iron
• The waffle irons’ temperature control option enables you to set the temperature as per the requirements. You can cook intensely browned waffles, or the normal waffles, with the waffle iron temperature control
• Non-stick plates in waffle iron are pretty much easier to clean.
• These cool touch handles can avoid burns with the help of stainless or chrome housing. For easier usage, one can choose the plastic made stay-cool handle.
• The texture modifier in the waffle iron enables you to bake the waffle more crispily.
• Waffle irons with square molds are highly suitable for large families. You can make 4 waffles in one shot instead of making a single waffle every time.
Tips and Warnings While You Fix The Waffle Iron
• Wear the eye protection goggles while you work with the waffle iron parts.
• It is not suggested to use the waffle iron, if it is damaged or found not to be working properly.