Hamilton Beach Flip Belgian Waffle Maker with Non-Stick Removable Plates, Browning Control, Drip Tray, Stainless Steel (26030)

I would have paid twice the price for a waffle iron with removable dishwasher safe plates. I've had other waffle irons over the years including one that cost nearly $150. Who does that? It was an ex husband purchase that sadly moved out during the divorce. But I am sad no longer. The man and the walls maker have been replaced. With all my past irons I never felt like I could ever get them fully clean after use. And of all the irons I have owned this is far and away my favorite. Heats rather quickly. The handle folds out for ease of use and storage. It has adjustable heat settings to make waffles just as you like or to adjust if you would like to use the iron to make something else like brownies or omelettes. Overall the unit seems rather sturdy and well made. And I can't say enough about the convenience of popping out the plates and tossing them in the dishwasher. The ease of use and cleanup make it so easy to make a breakfast that seems like it took a lot of work and earn serious rock star mom points. (To make it even easier measure out flour, baking powder, all dry ingredients- I like to throw in some cinnamon. Throw in ziplock bags that are ready to go when needed, just add egg and oil. Having to get out and measure fewer things first thing in the morning is easier for me.) All said and done; it makes great waffles and is well worth the money.

I’ve never made waffles before. I took this out of the box and quickly/easily put it together. For my first attempt, I kept it simple and just used the Aunt Jemima Complete mix (you add water and oil to the dry mix). One batch makes 3 of these waffles. I plugged in the waffle maker, sprayed the plates lightly with non-stick spray (which I later realized you don’t ever need at all), turned it on to setting 2, and waited for the Ready light. When it came on, I poured almost 1 cup of batter into the center of the grid, shut the lid, and flipped it. Once it pretty much stops emitting steam, it’s done. I flipped it back and out came the most perfect waffles ever. No issues at all. In fact, my daughter, who smothers pancakes in chocolate chips, refused to top these with anything, for fear of masking their perfection. Clean up is also very easy. Nothing sticks so I remove the plates and tray just to hand wash them. I’ll post an update if its performance changes, but so far, this is an ideal purchase. UPDATE: After a year of normal use, the waffles started cooking unevenly, with one side burning while the other was still pale and soft. After 1.5 years, I threw it in the trash. It cooks too unevenly to be viable.

My husband loves waffles and I enjoy them too. I was hesitant to buy A waffle maker after our last one bit the dust because they are so hard to clean! I wanted to get my husband something he really wanted for our anniversary and a new waffle maker was just the ticket. Finding one that was easy to clean was mandatory for me. The Hamilton Beach flip Belgian waffle maker is super easy to clean and makes perfect waffles! The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't beep when your waffle is ready. I stay with it the whole time and it is really quick so the beeping isn't all that big of a deal. It would be nice but the easy cleaning makes up for it! Aunt Jemima's waffle mix is delicious and works perfectly in this waffle maker. I did spray a little cooking oil on it before using it. The plates are removable and can be put in the dishwasher but I hand wash them with a non-abrasive soap and a little scrub brush and they stay nice and new looking. Overall, we are very happy with the this waffle maker! Hopefully it lasts for a while.

I debated waffle makers for a long time. In the end, I decided the most important feature for me as that the plates could be completely removed for thorough washing. I've had a small one that wasn't, and it took longer to try to wipe it clean than it took to make waffles! I was never satisfied with the results. The plates on this one come off and on very easily and clean beautifully. I've used a non stick spray and without and am pleased either way. Some reviewers said they found the drip tray useless, but I quite like it. It catches overfill dripes and is extremely easy to wash. Nothing sticks to it. I like that the unit can be stored vertically to save room. It makes BIG waffles. It takes longer than I expected though. I guess since it is "Belgian" I associated it with those huge units you see in restuarants and at hotels that offer breakfast items including "make your own waffles". Those are very hot and very fast. This is not that size or professional grade. If you are feeding a family, you will need to start the waffles early and keep them warm until enough are made so that everyone gets one at the same time. OR, I've read that some make the waffles in advance and freeze them. You can set a timer, once you figure out how long it takes to get the waffle the way you like it, and then do other things only having to come back when the timer sounds. You can make as many as you want without having the hungry family waiting and fighting over the 1st waffles. After they cook, you can freeze them and then thaw overnight and reheat in the oven or toaster. This unit has a red and green light to indicate when it is hot enough to begin cooking, but other than that, I didn't find I could guage anything by that light. We like our waffles crispy. So, I put the knob on the darkest setting and it still takes 7 minutes or so using whole wheat flour batter. A lighter batter might cook faster. So, until you see what works for your family, you have to just keep checking the waffle every couple of minutes rather than trusting the green light. It will cycle back and forth between red and green and it has very little to do with when I determine the waffle is cripsy enough. I have only one complaint with this item. The back edge of the plate (the side farthest from the handle) does not seem to get as hot as the rest of the plate. So, when I decide the waffle is brown enough to remove, that edge is always less cooked and cripsy. This would only be an issue if you like your waffles soft and less brown because you'll have to make sure that edge is actually not raw still. Overall, I think this a grood product and a great price. Very happy.

Me encantó la Waflera Hamilton Beach, es un excelente producto, muy fácil de usar, los wafles me quedaron excelentes, muy suaves por dentro y dorados por fuera. Excelente relación calidad-precio. Lo recomiendo ampliamente.

Very nice waffle maker. Use it very often. Well made and very easy to use. Very happy with results.

Our weekends have taken a delightful turn ever since we got this amazing waffle maker! Let me tell you, it's become a beloved part of our family routine. Every Saturday morning, the kitchen transforms into a bustling waffle wonderland. My partner and I wake up early, eager to put our new waffle maker to the test once again. It's so easy to use and clean that it makes the whole process a joy rather than a chore. The removable plates are a game-changer, and the waffles come out perfect every single time! One morning, our son decided he wanted to be the head chef. With a little guidance, he poured the batter into the machine and watched with wide-eyed anticipation as the waffles cooked to golden perfection. The green light indicator told us when they were ready, and the excitement in the kitchen was palpable. The best part is when we all gather around the table, topping our waffles with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Our son loves making funny faces with the toppings, turning breakfast into a creative and fun experience. The waffles are always perfectly cooked, with a crispy outside and fluffy inside, just the way we like them. One memorable weekend, we decided to have a waffle-themed brunch with friends. Everyone brought their favorite toppings, and our kitchen turned into a mini waffle bar. The waffle maker handled the crowd effortlessly, churning out batch after batch of delicious waffles. It was a hit, and everyone left with full bellies and big smiles. This waffle maker has truly become the star of our weekend mornings. It's reliable, easy to use, and makes waffles that taste like they’re straight from a fancy restaurant. If you're looking to add a bit of magic to your mornings, I can't recommend this waffle maker enough!

No dimensioné adecuadamente el tamaño de la wafflera y esperaba unos waffles medianos, como los de una wafflera anterior que tuve. Esta wafflera produce waffles grandes, del tipo de los que encontramos en los restaurantes. A pesar de eso, me gustó su funcionamiento y que se pueden mover las placas para lavarlas fácilmente. Además de waffles crujientes, he hecho pizza, rollos de canela y quesadillas. Todo queda tostado y con la original forma del waffle.

I really love this waffle maker. I should preface this by saying I have never owned a waffle maker despite wanting one for years but was constantly talked out of it by friends who warned me about the plates being too hard to clean, too difficult to cook properly or the general messiness of waffle makers. I can honestly say those things have been non issues with this one. Following the directions for cooking and care it will make the most amazing perfect waffles that don’t break and come out of the device easy and perfectly cooked every time. Clean up is even easier because the trays pop right out and wipe up without any real effort. You can put them in the dishwasher as well but you don’t even need to. The tray below catches any mess which only happened to me once because I overfilled the tray but even still all the batter was caught by it making clean up super easy despite the mess I had made. Also the cook time is fast pour the mix, close the lid and wait 10 seconds, flip it and in minutes the light goes on letting you know it’s time to flip it back and enjoy a waffle. Great product, great design, made well. I really love this device and now I have waffles all the time quick and easy.