Different models of waffle machines - recommendations

October 02, 2020

Waffle machines allow you to prepare delicious desserts for your kids and other family members in just a few minutes.

The design of waffle makers allows you to bake products on both sides at the same time, and the preparation takes about 3-5 minutes. In today's blog, we will tell you how to choose a Belgian waffle maker , which has become a very popular product in the Georgian market .

How to determine the type of waffle toaster ?

Structurally, waffle machines consist of two plates, into which the dough is placed. Heating elements are located under the plates, which ensures uniform, even baking of the products.

Today, manufacturers offer two types of devices for making the following types of waffles:

Thin (American);
Thick (Belgian/Viennese).

American machines For making waffles

The working surface of such models is circular or rectangular. The trays of the pan are small, which is why they can accommodate a small amount of dough, which bakes faster. The machines are also used to make ice cream waffle cups.

Belgian machines For making waffles

Belgian waffles are baked on worktops with deep trays. The result is soft, fluffy waffles, the shape of which depends on the shape of the worktop. The products can be rectangular, square or heart-shaped.

How to identify devices Power and Regulation ?

Power affects the performance of the device and the speed at which it cooks waffles. High-power models can bake several large waffles in 2-3 minutes, while less productive machines take 5 minutes or more to bake 2-4 waffles.

Waffle machines produced today come in different capacities, ranging from 400 to 1600 watts. The higher this parameter, the more expensive the device. The capacity of professional machines is 1500-5000 watts. That is, the larger the working surface, the higher this figure.

The adjustable thermostat allows you to change the temperature and maintain the set setting. The number of temperature modes varies and varies from 2 to 6 for different models. By controlling the baking modes, you can get soft, fluffy or crispy waffles.

Tefal WD170D38

Main features:

Power - 700 W;
Management - mechanical;
Non-stick coating - yes.

The Tefal waffle maker is made of stainless steel in combination with plastic, so the body is strong and durable. The surface does not heat up and the device is completely safe to use.

Plastic and steel are easy to clean and, most importantly, they do not stain. There is an indicator on the body that shows when the waffle toaster is on and ready for work.

Work surface and construction - The device is designed to make two large waffles. The durable non-stick coating used as a work surface prevents dough from sticking. After preparing waffles, the surface is easy to clean with a slightly damp cloth.

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