Heart Shaped Waffles with Strawberries (Printable)
Golden heart-shaped waffles served with sweet strawberries and whipped cream. An easy, delightful breakfast or brunch creation.
# What You Need:
→ Waffle Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ¼ teaspoon salt
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1¾ cups whole milk
08 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Topping
10 - 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for macerating strawberries)
12 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
13 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
14 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, if using. Set them aside to macerate while you prepare the waffles.
02 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions, ensuring it reaches the optimal cooking temperature.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
04 - In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Then, incorporate the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
05 - Pour the prepared wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined; avoid overmixing. A few small lumps in the batter are acceptable.
06 - Lightly grease the hot waffle iron with nonstick spray or a brush of melted butter. Pour the appropriate amount of batter onto the iron (refer to your waffle maker's specifications) and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Repeat this process with the remaining batter.
07 - While the waffles cook, combine the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a clean bowl. Whip until soft peaks form.
08 - Arrange the freshly cooked heart-shaped waffles on individual plates. Generously top each waffle with the macerated strawberries and a dollop of the whipped cream. For a finishing touch, dust with powdered sugar if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You get to transform simple ingredients into something truly magical and visually delightful without a fuss.
- It's a chance to savor a light, tender interior with perfectly crisp edges, elevated by the fresh, sweet burst of berries.
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- Overmixing your waffle batter is the fastest way to tough, chewy waffles instead of light, airy ones. A few lumps are a sign you did it right.
- Getting your waffle iron to the perfect temperature is key to crisp exteriors; too cool and they're soggy, too hot and they burn before cooking through.
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- Ensure your milk and eggs are at room temperature; this helps them combine more smoothly with the melted butter, preventing a lumpy batter.
- Resist the temptation to open the waffle iron too early, usually before the steam stops escaping, as this can tear the waffle and prevent proper browning.