Orange Blueberry Waffles

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O is for Orange

These Orange Blueberry Waffles combine juicy blueberries with fresh orange zest for a bright, homemade breakfast that's crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.

Whether you're making a weekend breakfast, brunch with family, or looking for a way to use fresh summer blueberries, these waffles come together with simple pantry ingredients and plenty of fresh citrus flavor.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Crisp outside with a soft, tender interior
• Fresh blueberries in every bite
• Bright orange zest adds fresh citrus flavor
• Easy to make with simple ingredients
• Great for breakfast, brunch, or freezing for later

What You'll Need

• Bisquick Original Pancake & Baking Mix creates a simple waffle base with a light texture and crisp edges when cooked in a Belgian waffle maker.
• A little granulated sugar balances the citrus and berries while adding sweetness to the batter.
• Fresh orange juice and orange zest add bright citrus flavor throughout the waffles. 
• Egg, milk, and melted butter help create a tender waffle with a golden exterior.
• Fresh blueberries add bursts of berry flavor in every bite. 

How to Make Them

1. Start by preheating your Belgian waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. A hot waffle iron helps create waffles with a golden exterior.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, orange juice, melted butter, egg, and fresh orange zest until combined.
3. Add the Bisquick mix and stir just until the batter comes together. Avoid overmixing, which can make waffles less tender.
4. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them so the batter stays light and the berries remain visible throughout the waffles.
5. Cook the waffles according to your waffle maker's directions until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve warm with maple syrup and extra blueberries, if desired.

Tips for Best Results

• Stir the batter only until the flour disappears. Overmixing can make waffles less tender.
• Fold the blueberries in gently to keep them from bursting.
• Use freshly grated orange zest for the brightest citrus flavor.
• Cook until the waffles are deeply golden for the crispiest exterior.
• Place finished waffles on a wire rack instead of stacking them to help maintain their crisp texture.

FAQ

Can I use frozen blueberries?

Yes. Add them directly from the freezer without thawing to reduce color bleeding.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

For the best texture, prepare the batter just before cooking. You can mix the dry ingredients ahead of time and combine everything when you're ready to make the waffles.

Can I freeze leftover waffles?

Yes. Cool completely before freezing in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in a toaster or oven until heated through and crisp.

Can I use bottled orange juice?

Fresh orange juice provides the best flavor, but bottled orange juice works if that's what you have available.

Storage

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze cooled waffles in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster, toaster oven, or oven until hot and crisp.

More Breakfast Recipes

If you enjoyed these Orange Blueberry Waffles, here are a few more breakfast recipes to try:

• Waffles with Berry Infused Buttercream
• Raspberry Ricotta Pancakes
• Blood Orange Yogurt Muffins
• Triple Citrus Ginger Scones

This recipe is part of our Alphabet Challenge series hosted by Wendy. We’re working our way through the alphabet again this year, and you can follow along with all the participating recipes here: Alphabet Challenge 2026. Scroll down to see what the other bloggers are sharing for the letter O.

Orange Blueberry Waffles

Ingredients

• 2 cups Bisquick Original Pancake & Baking Mix
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ⅔ cup milk
• ⅔ cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 heaping cup fresh blueberries
• butter and maple syrup for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat Belgian waffle maker according to manufacturer's directions.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, milk, orange juice, melted butter, egg, and orange zest.
3. Add Bisquick and stir just until combined.
4. Gently fold in blueberries.
5. Pour batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown and crisp.
6. Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.

Notes

This recipe was made in the Presto Flipside Waffle Maker and yielded 3 waffles.

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