Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/2 cups (300g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/3 cup (67g)
- Fine sea salt: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Active dry yeast: 2 1/4 teaspoons (7g)
- Large eggs: 2, room temperature
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g), plus more for greasing the waffle iron
- Whole milk, warm: 1 1/4 cups (300ml)
- Pearl sugar: 1 cup (220g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yeast and 1/4 cup of the warm milk. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the yeast becomes foamy.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs and softened butter together until light and fluffy.
- Add the yeast mixture to the egg mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the remaining 1 cup of warm milk. Beat until a thick batter forms.
- Fold in the pearl sugar.
- Cover the batter and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- When ready to cook, heat a Belgian waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Grease the waffle iron with butter.
- Ladle 1/2 cup of batter into the center of the preheated waffle iron.
- Cook the waffle for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 waffle):
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 350mg
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful with a crispy exterior and chewy interior
- Topped with sparkling pearl sugar for a sweet crunch
- Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a special occasion
User Comments:
- "These waffles are absolutely delicious! The perfect combination of sweet and crispy."
- "I love the chewy texture and the pearl sugar adds a nice crunch."
- "These waffles are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use active dry yeast for this recipe. Instant dry yeast will not work.
- If you don't have a Belgian waffle iron, you can use a regular waffle iron. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Pearl sugar can be found in most supermarkets in the United States. If you can't find it, you can substitute regular granulated sugar.
