Description
Scandinavian sweetheart waffles bring Nordic charm to your breakfast table with delicate heart-shaped perfection. Crisp edges and tender centers invite you to savor this delightful treat that whisks your senses straight to cozy Nordic kitchens.
Ingredients
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Flour and Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 gram) ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) salt
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) sugar
Liquid and Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) melted butter
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the waffle iron by heating it to the recommended temperature.
- Combine dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring an even distribution of flour, baking powder, cardamom, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate vessel, thoroughly blend milk, eggs, liquefied butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Introduce the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, gently folding until just merged – avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.
- Ladle approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron, allowing it to cook for 2-3 minutes until the exterior develops a golden-brown, crisp exterior.
- Continue the cooking process with remaining batter, maintaining consistent heat and timing.
- Transfer the freshly prepared waffles to serving plates, presenting them while warm and inviting.
- Enhance the waffles with luxurious toppings such as billowy whipped cream, vibrant fresh berries, or a dollop of traditional jam for a delightful Scandinavian-inspired breakfast experience.
Notes
- Elevate the flavor by toasting cardamom seeds before grinding for a more intense, aromatic profile that truly captures Scandinavian essence.
- Ensure waffle batter isn’t overmixed; slight lumps are perfectly okay and help create a lighter, more tender texture.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blends for a celiac-friendly version without compromising the authentic Nordic waffle experience.
- Keep waffles crispy by placing them on a wire rack in a warm oven instead of stacking, which can make them soggy and lose their delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg