Eggnog Waffles
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons (10 grams) crumbled fresh yeast or 1 teaspoon active or instant dry yeast
- 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1/2 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 7 tablespoons (100 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or the seeds from half a vanilla bean
- 2 tablespoons dark rum, brandy or bourbon (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine milk and granulated sugar and heat until lukewarm, no more than 116 degrees F. Stir in yeast and set aside for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, whisk flour, nutmeg, cloves and salt together in a large bowl. Create a well in the center and pour in the milk-yeast mixture, the 3 yolks, butter, vanilla and rum. Mix until you have a smooth batter.
Step 3
Place egg whites in a clean bowl and beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into the batter.
Step 4
Let batter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cook according to your waffle-maker’s instructions.
Step 5
You can keep waffles warm in a 225 degrees F oven until needed. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Chef's notes
The flavor here is eggnog-kissed; a gentle hint of eggnog. To amp up the holiday vibe, you might warm your syrup of choice with some mulling spices for a spiced syrup.
The recipe is a yeasted waffle with a minimal rise time, providing a quick and easy breakfast option.
