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Belgian waffles – airy and fluffy
When the aroma of freshly baked waffles wafts through the kitchen, it becomes cozy – and that's exactly what we love in the Ruhr area. Belgian waffles, with their golden-brown crust and fluffy interior, are no longer just a highlight at Brussels markets, but have also earned a firm place in the hearts of the people here. Baldeneysee Found. Whether as a sweet ending to Sunday lunch or as a pick-me-up after a walk along the Baldeneysee – waffles are always a good choice. In the Ruhr region, where tradition and enjoyment go hand in hand, Belgian baking artistry meets down-to-earth warmth. Here, they don't skimp, they go all out: with plenty of whipped cream, hot cherries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This Recipe Belgian waffles not only bring a taste of Belgian cuisine to your table, but also the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the Ruhr region – honest, heartfelt, and a little nostalgic. So get your batter ready, preheat your waffle iron, and let's get started – for a truly cozy experience like at the Christmas market in... Essen-Werden or during a coffee break with a view of the Baldeneysee.
| Preparation time | portions | difficulty | Kitchen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 minutes | 4 | simply | German |
Ingredients
125 g butter
100 g sugar
1 tsp vanilla powder
3 eggs
250 g flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
250 ml mineral water
125 ml milk
1 pinch of salt
Besides that Vegetable oil for greasing
Icing sugar
preparation
1. Cream together butter, sugar, and vanilla powder until light and fluffy. Separate the eggs. Stir the egg yolks into the batter. Sift together flour and baking soda, then stir into the batter along with the sparkling water and milk. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the waffle batter.
2. Preheat a waffle iron, preferably a heavy, rectangular one, and grease it lightly with vegetable oil. Pour in portions of waffle batter and bake until golden brown. Let cool slightly, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and serve immediately.
Variations
This basic recipe for Belgian waffles can be modified and supplemented. If desired, enjoy the waffles with vanilla sauce, hot cherries, whipped cream, chocolate sauce and/or vanilla ice cream.
| Recipe by: |
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| Bianca Killmann |