Hamilton Beach Belgian Mini Waffle Maker with Shade Control, Makes 2 at Once, Create Personalized Keto Chaffles and Hash Browns, PFAS-Free Non-Stick Plates, Compact Design, Stainless Steel (26009)

I’m obsessed with this Belgian Mini Waffle Maker! It heats up super fast and makes the cutest little waffles—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. It’s perfect for quick breakfasts or fun snacks. The non-stick surface makes cleanup a breeze, and it’s compact enough to store without taking up much space. I love how easy it is to use, and the waffles come out perfectly every time. Definitely a must-have for waffle lovers!

I've used this about 25 times now. I've used it on everything--buttermilk waffles, cornbread waffles, grilled cheese sandwiches--you name it. It has worked flawlessly on everything. It's simple, and only has one heat adjustment slider, which seems to respond well when you need to lower or raise the temperature. The shape of the waffles is my favorite part, since square waffles are the best. And it makes two big individual servings with each batch--feels like more of a complete meal than cutting a circular belgian waffle in half. And works great for sandwiches.It's surprisingly easy to clean even though the plates are not removable. I just carefully run it under hot water and let it fully dry overnight before using it again. I do recommend cleaning it very well before first use. And for your first few waffles, leave the heat slider on the lowest setting, and check on the waffles after about 2 minutes. I overcooked my first batch at 4 minutes since it was whole wheat, and they tasted plasticky since I didn't wash it as thoroughly as I needed to. And make sure you liberally use cooking spray. The nonstick surface works great along with cooking spray--no clinging whatsoever, except for the one time I forgot to use spray. The lock/latch that holds the waffle maker closed is not very strong but it does work for batters. It won't work well if you are waffling something like tater tots since it doesn't grip very tight. Be careful not to overfill--I do 1/4 cup of batter per waffle, maybe a little less.This waffle maker is inexpensive and worth every penny, small and easy to store, and has minimal settings--exactly what I wanted. Enjoy!

This is a sturdy waffle maker that, when used on a lower heat setting and timed accurately, makes great mini Belgian waffles. They will burn quickly otherwise. My only wish is that there were an easier way to open the lid and knobs / something on the side to hold onto when I take out the waffles or am spraying oil on- I have burnt my fingers a few times! Still way better than my last one though.

This Hamilton Beach (model #26009) Waffle Maker (Proctor Silex is the same company) is really great! It makes evenly cooked, light and fluffy, crisp one-inch waffles (3.5 inches x 4.5 inches in size). The non-stick coating works perfectly and the unit's small size guarantees even heating will not be a problem. (The 4x5 in the title of this review refers to the number of depressions in the waffle. Traditionally, 3x5 is a Brussels Waffle, 4x6 is a Liege Waffle. Both are Belgian. Most waffle makers in the U.S. are either round or square, not rectangular. Ergo, they cannot produce Belgian Waffles. But this Hamilton Beach model is as close as I could get. Unless I spend $800 on a 50lb. cast iron unit from a restaurant supply company. Not likely.)Of course, creating a great waffle depends on more than just the waffle maker. For instance, I always brush on a light coating of refined almond oil (smoke point = 495 degrees F.) before the first batter-pour**. If I smell burning oil smoke before the ready-light goes on, I reduce the temperature. With this unit, I set the min/max knob to max. When the pre-heat light went on (after 4 minutes), the oil was just starting to smoke. I poured the batter into the center of the left 4x5 space and then the center of the right space, finishing off any corners the batter had not yet reached. Once the batter touches the grid, the temperature drops and the smoke, if any, stops immediately. Closing and locking the cover presented no problem. Steam started shooting out right away. Steam is 212 degrees F. so smoke has no chance at this point. As this unit has no built-in timer, but asks you to watch for diminishing steam levels, I just set my own timer to 7 minutes (I use whole grain flours and they always take a little longer to cook). Seven minutes later, an absolutely perfect set of two waffles emerged. They lifted out with a toothpick and slid right out onto my waiting serving plate. Then I poured in the remaining batter, set the timer for another 7 minutes and ate a set of fantastic waffles (after adding fresh blueberries and powdered sugar over them).** Whipping egg whites in a separate bowl is a must. Mix yolks, sugar, milk, butter, vanilla, salt (unless its in the butter), and flour, in that order, until smooth. Dump in the whipped egg whites and fold the batter over the egg whites (look up folding on your own - the better you do it, the better your waffle will be). This kind of batter does not run much. Unlikely you'll have any trouble with over-pouring problems. Also, notice there's no baking powder or baking soda in the batter. No yeast, either. None are needed. The whipped egg whites do it all.