Hamilton Beach Belgian Waffle Maker with PFAS-Free Non-Stick Ceramic-Coated Plates, Browning Control, Indicator Lights, Stainless Steel (26081)

I've been using this waffle maker for over six months, and it has performed flawlessly. It heats up quickly, cooks the waffles evenly, and nothing sticks to the nonstick plates. Cleaning is effortless—just wipe it down after it cools. I've used it regularly, and it still works like new. If you're looking for a reliable, easy-to-use waffle maker, this is an excellent choice.

I haven't had a waffle iron since my daughter moved out and took mine with her. When I finally decided to look for a new one, I knew I wanted one that was not Teflon and didn't have forever chemicals in the non-stick coating. My search led me to this one, and I never looked back! This makes THE BEST waffles. Of course, you must have a great recipe, too. And I do. Don't listen to any nay-sayers about this waffle iron. It works great. It's super easy to use. Plug it in, and when the green light comes on, it's ready to use. I set the dial to 75%, or about the 2 o'clock position, and cook my waffle for 4 to 5 minutes. Four minutes will give you a golden waffle and five will give you a darker waffle (see pic). If you open the lid to check on doneness, the green light will go off. That just means the temperature dropped. It will come back on when the temperature goes back up to the chosen setting. The light will NOT tell you when the waffle is ready. Don't wait for the light to go out. Some reviewers have assumed that their waffle iron wasn't working because the light never went out and their waffle burned. Don't do that. If you don't want to use my settings, pick a setting and check frequently for doneness. You'll find what you like and what works for you. There are suggestions in the owner's manual. This waffle iron is also easy to clean. I use avocado oil, butter, or coconut oil on mine, and it only requires a wipe-down with a paper towel after use. There is a trough around the edge that catches any over-flow so no more burnt on batter on the outside. I couldn't be happier with this waffle iron. It makes perfect waffles every time. And making them at home means that I can use organic ingredients, and I don't have to feel guilty about indulging in waffles from time to time. The retail price at the time of this review is only $29.99. I can't believe what a GREAT deal this was. If you're thinking about getting this waffle iron - DO IT! My rating: FIVE STARS!

Great waffle maker! The PFAS-free ceramic nonstick plates work perfectly, the waffles don’t stick, and cleanup is easy. It heats up fast, cooks evenly, and the browning control is a nice feature. Highly recommend!

Echoing what others on here are saying- it is slow. It doesn't burn the waffles & they do not stick. The machine is worth the very low price. I had a fancier one for years that had a few more features I now miss a little but, will survive. I watch for the steam to stop, which usually takes 5 or more minutes. You have to use your senses to know when they're done. The results are generally quite satisfactory.

One of the biggest reasons I chose this Hamilton Beach waffle maker is its PFAS-free ceramic coating. I really appreciate having a kitchen appliance that aligns with my goal of choosing products made without PFAS whenever I can. The ceramic coating also works incredibly well. The waffles released easily without sticking, and cleanup was quick and simple afterward. Another feature I love is the indicator light—it makes it so easy to know when the waffle maker is preheated and ready to use, so there’s no guessing. It also stores upright, which is a huge plus if you’re trying to save cabinet space. Most importantly, the waffles turned out delicious! They were evenly cooked with a nice crisp outside and a fluffy inside. Overall, I’m really happy with this waffle maker and would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a convenient, easy-to-clean option with a PFAS-free ceramic coating.

This waffle maker is an absolute 10/10 the waffles don’t stick, it’s super easy to clean, it doesn’t take up much space in the cabinets, temperature is easy to control without getting too hot; they turn out perfectly. We usually make protein waffles, and they come out spectacular here—golden and crispy on the outside but soft in the middle. What I like most is that it doesn’t contain any harmful materials.

Easy to clean and works well

There are lots of Belgian style waffle makers available today. This one makes large sized waggles without taking up much counter space. Simply plug in the unit, wait for the green light to come on, then open and add the batter. Close and leave for approximately 6 minutes. The result is a nice thick waffle that’s meal sized. It heats up quickly, so minimal downtime between waffles. The adjustable knob allows you to control the brownness and doneness of the waffles. I just set it after the first waffle and leave it there. Easy to use, with no flipping required. The insides are easy to clean with a simple wipe with a damp towel. The stainless steel top needs little care, other than the occasional wipe down. A great waffle maker that’s barely bigger than the waffles it makes. The only drawback for some might be the short cord. Fine for countertops, it’s likely not long enough to have at the table setting.

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This is my first waffle maker and I made gluten free waffles using a gluten free flour blend purchased at Costco. Well the waffles turned out amazing and I just love this waffle maker!!! The copper plates are perfection. the waffles turned a nice golden colour and were fluffy with a slight crisp to the outside just the way we love it. The best part was there was not a speck of batter on the waffle maker once I was done making the waffles, it was spotless!! Nothing to wipe out at all but I will run a wet cloth over the plates when it cools down just because ;-)) I had the setting to the highest heat setting and set my stove timer to 6 minutes as that gave the nice golden colour but the waffle maker also has a ready light which did go on but I wasn't paying attention to when it went on so I will need to do that just to see if it is accurate with the 6 minutes.. Timing will depend on the type of batter you use and how well done you like the waffles to be. I highly recommend this waffle maker by Hamilton Beach!!

Esse produto é excelente! Os waffles ficam prontos rápido e ficam lindos!!! Amei !!! ❤️ ❤️ Comprem sem medo. Valeu cada centavo.

Me encantó el producto. Los waffles pueden quedar como textura de hotcake o hasta un poco crujiente.

Was debating getting a much pricier one, but opted for this as I thought it was safer (copper, not chemy non-stick) and my kids demand I use it every weekend. It’s more than paid for itself now (vs buying frozen waffles) and works great. Easy to clean, nothing sticks… wish I’d bought it sooner!