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Crispy Belgian Waffles Recipe with Brown Butter and Salted Caramel Drizzle

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A perfect breakfast recipe featuring crispy Belgian waffles infused with nutty brown butter and topped with a rich salted caramel drizzle. Easy to make and ideal for special occasions or a cozy brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups (360 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
  • 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the salted caramel drizzle:
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp (85 g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, warmed
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as it foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add milk and vanilla extract. Slowly whisk in the cooled brown butter until fully incorporated.
  4. Make the Batter: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Batter will be slightly lumpy. Let rest for 5-10 minutes while preheating waffle iron.
  5. Preheat and Grease Waffle Iron: Heat waffle iron until hot. Lightly grease with cooking spray or melted butter.
  6. Cook the Waffles: Pour about ½ cup (120 ml) batter onto waffle iron center. Close lid and cook 4-5 minutes until deep golden brown and crisp. Remove carefully and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. Prepare Salted Caramel Drizzle: Heat granulated sugar in a clean saucepan over medium heat without stirring, swirling occasionally until melted and amber (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat, whisk in butter until smooth. Slowly add warmed heavy cream while whisking. Stir in flaky sea salt. Let cool slightly.
  8. Serve: Drizzle warm salted caramel over waffles and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Use small-curd, firm butter for browning to avoid burning. Do not overmix batter to keep waffles light and crisp. Rest batter 5-10 minutes before cooking. Preheat waffle iron thoroughly for best crispiness. If caramel thickens, gently warm before using. For dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and butter with coconut oil. Maple syrup can replace caramel drizzle for sweetness variation.

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Keywords: Belgian waffles, crispy waffles, brown butter waffles, salted caramel drizzle, breakfast recipe, brunch, easy waffles

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