Heart Shaped Waffles Berries (Printable Version)
Fluffy heart-shaped waffles served with a mix of fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
# What You Need:
→ Waffle Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 3/4 cups milk
07 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Topping
09 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 - 1 cup blueberries
11 - 1 cup raspberries
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
13 - 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
14 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat heart-shaped waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions. Lightly grease with melted butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl until evenly distributed.
03 - Beat eggs in a separate bowl, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, leaving some small lumps. Avoid overmixing for optimal texture.
05 - Pour approximately 1/2 cup batter onto preheated waffle iron. Close lid and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes per batch.
06 - Remove cooked waffles and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter. Arrange waffles on plates, top with mixed berries, dust with powdered sugar, and drizzle with maple syrup or honey. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These waffles strike that perfect balance between crisp edges and pillowy soft middles that most homemade waffles miss
- The berry medley adds natural sweetness and a gorgeous pop of color that makes everyone reach for their phones first
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- Overmixing the batter is the number one mistake that leads to tough, rubbery waffles instead of tender ones
- Letting the batter rest for even five minutes while the waffle iron heats up results in noticeably fluffier waffles
03 -
- Separate the eggs and fold in the beaten whites for extra loft and restaurant style fluffiness
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dry ingredients for cozy warmth that pairs beautifully with the berries