Unusual waffle toppings – from fiery to chocolatey
When it's gray and icy outside, it's time for hot, fluffy waffles! Their aroma often evokes childhood memories and is the epitome of coziness – especially in winter. It gets even better when the waffles are accompanied by some unusual side dishes that give the whole meal a modern twist.
Flour, sugar, milk, eggs, butter, plus baking powder, a pinch of salt, and vanilla – making waffle batter couldn't be simpler and isn't just fun for kids. Popular variations include waffles with powdered sugar, applesauce, or hot cherries. How about trying something different? Waffle season has only just begun!
40 min
Total Time
30 min
Cooking Time
10 min
Preperation Time
Ingredients
| Basic Waffle Recipe | |
| 125 g | Butter, softened |
| 75 g | Sugar |
| 3 x | Egg |
| 250 g | Flour |
| 2 level teaspoons | Baking powder |
| 1 packet | vanilla sugar |
| 200 ml | Milk |
| Salt | |
| Topping: Flambéed fruit | |
| Choice of fruit, e.g. apples, pears, plums | |
| High-proof alcohol (at least 40% ABV), e.g., cognac, whiskey, brandy with fruit liqueur | |
| Topping: blueberry compote | |
| Blueberries | |
| Water | |
| Sugar | |
| Vanilla || | |
| Topping: Dark chocolate and fig jam | |
| Dark chocolate (at least 70% cocoa solids) | |
| Fig jam | |
| Pistachios |
Instructions
Step 1 of 7:
First, cream together the soft butter and sugar.
Step 2 of 7:
Gradually mix in the eggs.
Step 3 of 7:
Mix the flour, baking powder, and vanilla sugar.
Step 4 of 7:
Alternately mix the mixture with a little milk into the batter.
Step 5 of 7:
Finally, refine with a pinch of salt.
Step 6 of 7:
Preheat the waffle iron and grease with oil.
Step 7 of 7:
The batter is enough for eight waffles, meaning two to three tablespoons of batter are placed into the hot iron for each waffle. When the waffles are golden brown, they are ready.
Fiery: Flambéed Fruits
Flambéed fruits are impressive not only when served but also during preparation. If there is enough space and all flammable items are out of reach, you can begin: Suitable options include pears poached in red wine, stewed plums, or apple slices sautéed in a little butter with spices. To flambé, pour a small glass of high-proof alcohol (at least 40% ABV) over the fruits, ignite with a long match, and wait until the flame extinguishes. Well-suited types of alcohol include cognac, whiskey, or fruit liqueur mixed with brandy.
Berry: Blueberry Compote
Sweet blueberries are also a delightful waffle topping. Instead of fresh berries, this version can also be wonderfully prepared with frozen blueberries or a berry mix. Cooked with water, sugar, and a pinch of vanilla, a heavenly compote is quickly conjured onto the plate. If desired, garnish the waffles with freshly grated orange zest and mint.
Chocolatey: Dark Chocolate and Fig Jam
Chocoholics love waffles because the honeycomb structure naturally holds a lot of chocolate. Absolutely delicious: melted dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content, served with a dollop of fig jam. Chopped pistachios add the finishing touch to the waffle recipe. A highlight not just in terms of color!
