Product Description

Krups calls it their Expert waffle maker, a handsome appliance that looks unlike any other waffle maker you've ever seen before. The elongated unit makes two large waffles that are a full 1.25-in. deep. An adjustable thermostat can be raised to a higher setting for waffles that are crunchy and crispy; turn the thermostat down and you can use it to re-heat already made waffles without over-browning the second go-round. The cooking plates are removable and dishwasher-safe for ease of cleaning. The stainless exterior is durable, and the insulated handle keeps hands cool and collapses to allow for convenient storage. At the bottom is a nonstick drip tray to catch any batter that spills over during cooking. A red light indicates the power is on; a green light illuminates when the initial cooking temperature is reached. 7.5 x 11.25 x 8-in.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2013 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Stainless steel
• Brand: Krups
• Model: FDD912-76
• Released on: 2003-10-01
• Dimensions: 8.90" h x 9.70" w x 16.30" l, 11.65 pounds

Features

• Stainless-steel professional waffle maker rotates for perfect baking
• Deep removable nonstick plates make 2 thick Belgium waffles
• Variable thermostat adjusts browning to all preferences
• Drip tray collects batter overflow
• Insulated handle collapses for storage

Amazon.com Review
This unusual rotating waffle maker is sure to elicit admiration from brunch guests. Made of brushed stainless steel with black accents, the unit not only looks elegant but cooks professionally. After ladling the batter into the deep nonstick bottom plate, the top is firmly closed. After ten seconds, by means of the insulated handle, the waffle maker is rotated upside down and allowed to cook for the remainder of the required time (recipes and times are included in the user guide). The result: two perfect 1-1/4-inch-thick Belgium waffles, crisp on the outside, moist on the inside. A dial features variable browning settings, and two lights indicate when the waffle maker is on and when to add batter. Two curved fixed legs keep the maker upright and a drip tray fits between them to collect any batter overflow. A release button on the handle allows it to collapse for storage. Measuring 7-1/2 by 9-1/2 inches, the cook plates can be wiped clean or conveniently removed and placed in the dishwasher. With the handle collapsed, the waffle maker measures 13 by 8-1/2 by 9-1/2 inches and is covered by a one-year warranty. --Ann Bieri

Customer Reviews

Best "non-commercial" waffle maker
This is the way I see it. No waffle maker is perfect (or any appliance for that matter), but after researching waffle makers and reading every review I could possibly read, it seemed this one was the closest to being perfect as far as customer satisfaction. So, I asked for it for Christmas. I was so excited when I received it that I had a breakfast party and made around 3 dozen buckwheat waffles. They were amazing-- crispy on the outside, soft in the center. To top it off, it really was fun to use. After using it another time, I realized that cooking spray does not work well on it (it burns), but a little oil (rubbed on with a folded paper towel--before turning the appliance on of course) seems to work fine. One reviewer said she scrubbed to get the plates clean, but that doesn't seem possible. The plates can go in the dishwasher!!! Praise the Lord!!! How much easier for clean up can you get?

The only thing mildly negative about it was the fact that the front of the plates do not come together as much as the back, so the waffles do cook a little quicker in the back. This is not really a "problem" at this time because all the waffles have turned out great. If this minor issues worsens, maybe it will bother me. But heck, if that is a few years from now, then I can just buy the new and improved version of this one. For now, I couldn't be happier.

High Quality Waffle Maker
I got this for my husband for Christmas. It is well made and works very well. The waffles don't stick at all and we like the temperature adjustment. We would have given it 5 stars if there were a timer or light to let you know when the waffle is done. You have to use an external timer with this one.

Could not have been more disappointed
I had very high expectations for this Belgian waffle maker. After 10 months of ownership I have completely given up. The overall design appears well thought out, but functionally the unit is a major disappointment. I followed the directions specifically, then tryed some improvisation to make a waffle come out properly.

To begin with the temperature control knob is a bit sticky and does not move fluidly, I have doubts that the knob switch itself even works as there appears to be only two functions - off and scorched earth. (note I have had bad experiences with Krups switches previously (coffee maker and toaster oven - though I must admit the coffee makers (units 1, 2, and now unit 3) make fine coffee, and we use the toaster oven every single day)) I tried packaged Belgian waffle mix and also a number of scratch recipes, all failed to work in this waffle maker - again I believe it is the switch.

Next, the waffle plates do fit nicely in the unit and have a nice secure feel. My issue with the plates is they are about as nonstick as duct tape. I've trayed spray-on oils, coating with cooking oils, even soaking in cooking oils. Nothing works and you end up having to clean by soaking and scrubbing with a non-abrasive sponge. So where's the advantage over non-removable plates other than you don't soak the whole waffle maker ?

My last ditch effort was a two fold approach, borrow a friend's unit while loaning him this unit - essentially a swap for a day - to see if there some mistake I was unknowingly making. My preference is not to issue criticism of a product, rather to try to figure how to make it work. I had no issues making waffles with my friend's budget waffle maker, and my friend could not make a waffle with this unit either and I consider him a very fine cook. As a Krups fanatic, he also is majorly disappointed. Unfortunately we had to swap back and I now have a $99 door stop. Buyer beware.