Bananas Foster Belgian Waffles

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Waffles: - All-purpose flour: 2 cups - Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup - Baking powder: 2 teaspoons - Salt: 1/2 teaspoon - Large eggs: 2 - Buttermilk: 1 cup - Unsalted butter, melted: 1/2 cup

For the Bananas Foster Compote: - Bananas, ripe: 4 (about 2 cups) - Brown sugar: 1/2 cup - Ground cinnamon: 1/4 teaspoon - Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons - Dark rum (optional): 2 tablespoons

To Serve: - Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Waffles: 1. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. 2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter. 3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix.

For the Bananas Foster Compote: 1. Slice the bananas into 1/2-inch rounds. 2. Combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. 3. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar has melted and caramelized, about 3 minutes. 4. Add the bananas and stir to coat. 5. If using rum, add it to the skillet and ignite it carefully with a match or lighter. Allow the flames to burn off for about 1 minute.

To Assemble the Waffles: 1. Heat a Belgian waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. 2. Pour 1/4 cup of waffle batter onto the hot waffle iron. 3. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. 4. Top with warm Bananas Foster compote and serve immediately with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 1 waffle (with compote) Calories: 380 Fat: 16 grams Carbohydrates: 50 grams Protein: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and decadent
• Fluffy and crispy waffles
• Rich and flavorful Bananas Foster compote
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert

User Comments:

• "These waffles were absolutely divine! The Bananas Foster compote was the perfect topping."
• "The waffles were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the compote was sweet and spicy."
• "I made these waffles for my family and they absolutely loved them. Definitely a keeper recipe!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
• Be careful when igniting the rum, as it can create a flame.
• Serve the waffles immediately to ensure they remain crispy.