Belgian Waffles

diner524's Note:

True Belgian waffles use yeast to get their signature airy interiors. Try this authentic version with whipped cream and strawberries or a simple dusting of powdered sugar. Found this recipe at About.com under the french food recipes.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 16 mins
• Prep Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Cook Time: 6 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• ¼ cup plus 2 3/4 cups warm milk , divided
• 3 eggs , divided
• ¾ cup butter , melted
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in 1/4 cup warm milk. Beat the egg whites just until stiff peaks form. In a large bowl, mix together the egg yolks, 1/4 cup of the remaining milk, the melted butter and the sugar. Add the yeast mixture, salt, vanilla, and then alternate between the flour and remaining milk. Gently fold the egg whites into the waffle batter. Cover the batter without touching it, and then set it in a warm place to rise until it doubles in volume, about 1 hour. Cook in a waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Reviews

[Charmie777]

Oh these were good!!!! And the recipe made a lot!!!! The flavor was nice and sweet. Almost didn't need any toppings!!!

[seesko]

These are great. They certainly beat the boxed mix i usually use. We topped with pecans, bananas, and brown sugar. So good!

[breezermom]

Made these for breakfast Christmas morning! Delicious! Very light and fluffy inside, and crisp on the outside. Perfect!