Belgian Waffles -Vlaamse Wafels, Gaufres a la Flamande
Waffles are not solely American. These are gorgeous from the small country of Belgium especially from lovely small family bakers.
Waffles are not solely American. These are gorgeous from the small country of Belgium especially from lovely small family bakers.
Servings 10 waffles
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp active dry yeast
- 2 cups milk warm 500 ml
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 625 ml
- 1 large eggs
- 3 tbsp sugar 45 ml
- 3 whole eggs yolks only
- 8 tbsp butter room temp, 120 ml
- 1 tsp vanilla extract 5 ml
- 3 whole egg whites beaten to soft peak
Instructions
- Combine the yeast and 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the warm milk in a small bowl and allow to proof for 5 minutes.1 tbsp active dry yeast, 2 cups milk
- Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl and add the egg, yeast mixture, and sugar.2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 large eggs, 3 tbsp sugar
- Stir to mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Add the remaining milk and the egg yolks one at a time, stirring to incorporate.3 whole eggs
- Add the melted butter and vanilla, stirring just to combine.8 tbsp butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fold the egg whites into the batter, cover with a towel, and allow to rise for 1 hour.3 whole egg
- Stir down the batter when ready to cook.
- Cook each waffle till brown and tasty.
- Serve with fruit, cream, yoghurt, honey, syrup and many many more
Notes
Just like normal waffles but including yeast make the waffles lighter.
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 178mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g
