How to clean a waffle iron?

Few industrial sweets compare to fragrant, still warm homemade waffles baked by loving hands. However, after using special kitchen equipment for baking such products, the hostess always faces the question: how to clean the waffle iron so as not to spoil it? In this article you will find the answer to this crucial question. Choose the method of how to clean the baking dish of biscuits from soot, based on the type of device and the material of the molds.

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How to wash cast iron waffle iron?

Despite the fact that the modern market is rich in new models of convenient waffle irons, many housewives continue to use the old familiar cast-iron products. To clean such forms, you need to use the same methods as for cleaning old cast-iron pans.

Important! Such a waffle iron is an extremely simple design, consisting of two frying pans fastened together. Baking itself is carried out on a tile on which a cast-iron device is laid out.

The best way to clean the waffle iron from soot is to soak it for some time in warm water. After - with the help of a soap solution all impurities are easily removed.

Folk ways

To eliminate carbon deposits from the waffle iron, you can use natural and chemical agents. However, it is important to understand that chemical preparations, although they quickly bring the device to a clean state, contain hazardous potent substances and inorganic acids. Therefore, they are not recommended for use in cleaning products that come in contact with food. Thus, they can get into the body with food and negatively affect it from the inside.

An alternative to dangerous means are proven folk recipes. Consider the main products that can be used for these purposes:

• Baking soda. Easily removes dirt of any complexity, softens grease stains on the surface.
• Table vinegar and citric acid. Eliminate unpleasant odors, greasy deposits, bleach dark spots.
• Dry mustard powder. Removes stains of any origin and perfectly degreases the surface.
• Natural soap and stationery silicate glue. These substances can also help in cleaning the waffle maker.

The use of folk remedies:

• The recipe is very popular, in which baking dishes are placed in a tub with water, a generous handful of soda and a bottle or other silicate glue are added.
• An excellent result, according to experienced housewives, is given by the method of boiling contaminated dishes in soapy water. This method of cleaning may take several hours, while you need to turn on the hood or open the window, because during the cleaning an unpleasant heavy odor will be released.

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How to wash an electric type waffle iron?

If the plates in a modern waffle iron are removable, then they can be cleaned in the same way as with a cast-iron device.

Cleaning of electric models with non-stick plates differs significantly from the described procedure for cleaning cast-iron waffle irons.

Important! In no case should the electric device be lowered for cleaning into water.

How to wash the waffle iron from soot in this case? To do this, you can use the following method:

1. Unplug the appliance.
2. Use a soft sponge or paper towel to remove any grease and food residue from the mold.
3. Oil stains and dry crumbs must be removed using a silicone brush or spatula.
4. Oil stains that cannot be cleaned with a spatula or brush should be poured with vegetable oil and left to soak for several minutes.
5. Use a paper towel to remove any dirt that has already become soaked in oil.
6. Wipe the corrugated surface with a damp, rough texture kitchen towel.

Important! Regular washing of the waffle iron after each use is the best way to prevent the appearance of hard to remove soot.

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In order to avoid problems with cleaning and maintenance of a household appliance for baking, it is important not only to follow all operating rules without exception, but also to know how to clean the waffle iron. Regularly cleaning, you will not encounter serious contaminants in the future, which greatly simplify your life. If carbon deposits nevertheless ruined the appearance of your waffle iron, then use the useful recommendations from the article. So you return to your device clean and restore its functionality.