Earl Grey Waffles with Mixed Berries
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Earl Grey Waffles with Mixed Berries
Description
This recipe starts by steeping Earl Grey tea bags or loose leaf tea in warm milk to capture the tea’s floral and citrus notes. The brewed milk is strained and incorporated into a batter made with all-purpose flour, potato starch for a lighter texture, baking powder and soda for leavening, and a touch of sugar and vanilla extract for flavor. A hint of bergamot oil or orange zest enhances the characteristic Earl Grey essence further.
The batter is cooked in a preheated waffle iron until crisp and golden brown with tender interiors. The waffles’ texture balances slight crispness on the outside with softness inside, complemented by the tea’s subtle bitterness and citrus aroma. Toppings of fresh mixed berries and whipped cream add bright, fresh, and creamy contrasts that accentuate the waffle’s fragrant tea flavor.
This dish works well for special breakfasts or weekend brunches where a unique twist on traditional waffles is desired. Maple syrup or honey can be added for extra sweetness but are optional to preserve the tea flavor. The recipe invites enjoying the nuanced flavors of Earl Grey tea in a satisfying waffle form.
Ingredients
- 1 C milk whole
- 2 bags earl grey tea or 2 tablespoon loose leaf tea
- 1 C all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoon potato starch or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 1 egg large
- 1 tablespoon butter or neutral vegetable oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon bergamot oil or orange zest, culinary
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar
Garnish:
- fresh berries
- maple syrup
- Whipped Cream
Instructions
- In a heat-safe mug, warm the milk and add in the Earl Grey tea bags/tea leaves. Leave to steep for about 5 minutes and then let cool to room temperature.
- Strain out the tea leaves/tea bags from the milk tea. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, potato starch, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine eggs, butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and give it a whisk.
- Pour the Earl Grey milk tea into the egg mixture while whisking. (Note: If you like the flecks of Earl Grey tea in the waffles, you can add the finely ground tea to the batter).
- Add the flour mixture into the wet mixture and mix with a spatula until just combined (with a few lumps).
- Heat waffle maker/waffle iron to medium-high heat.
- Add about ¼ C batter to each well and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve the waffles with fresh mixed berries and a dollop of whipped cream.
- You can also serve them with maple syrup, honey, butter, or powdered sugar.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 317mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 253IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 154mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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