Heart Shaped Waffles Berries (Printer-friendly)
Fluffy golden waffles shaped like hearts served with fresh mixed berries and a hint of powdered sugar.
# What you'll 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
→ Toppings
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
# Method:
01 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Lightly grease the surface with melted butter or nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy release.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking to incorporate fully.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk just until combined—do not overmix. Small lumps in the batter are acceptable and will produce tender waffles.
05 - Ladle approximately 1/2 cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron for each waffle, adjusting based on your iron's capacity. Close the lid and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Remove cooked waffles carefully and place them on a wire rack or warm oven (200°F) to maintain crispness while you repeat with the remaining batter.
07 - Arrange two heart-shaped waffles on each plate. Distribute the fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries evenly over the waffles. Dust generously with powdered sugar, drizzle with maple syrup or honey if desired, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The heart shape makes everything taste better, even on ordinary Tuesdays
- The berries balance sweetness with tart freshness
02 -
- Overmixing the batter makes tough waffles, so stop when streaks of flour disappear
- The first waffle is always the test one, so do not serve it to guests
03 -
- Separate your eggs and whip the whites before folding them in for extra fluffiness
- Add a tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter for brightness that cuts through the richness