Gaufre de Bruxelles (Brussels Waffle)
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Gaufre de Bruxelles (Brussels Waffle)
Description
The Brussels Waffle recipe uses lukewarm milk activated with active dry yeast to create a lightly fermented batter that rises and develops flavor during a rest period. The dry ingredients, including granulated and vanilla sugar plus salt, blend with the wet milk, egg yolks, and melted butter for a smooth batter. Whipped egg whites are folded in for increased lightness and tender crumb.
This batter rests for 30 minutes to an hour until puffed and bubbly, indicating active yeast fermentation. The waffle iron is heated and greased with melted butter before cooking approximately one-third cup of batter per waffle. Cooking continues until the exterior is crispy and golden while the interior stays soft and delicate.
Serving suggestions include classic additions like powdered sugar or whipped cream, complemented by chocolate sauce or fresh fruit for extra sweetness and texture contrast. Because these waffles are best fresh, serving immediately ensures crispness and flavor integrity.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups milk 105-115˚F (40-46˚C, lukewarm, 355 milliliters
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 250 grams
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
- Pinch salt
- 3 egg separated, large
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled, plus more for greasing the waffle iron
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle yeast over the lukewarm milk. Stir to combine, then allow to rest at room temperature until frothy, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt. Mix in the milk with frothy yeast and egg yolks, followed by the melted butter until smooth and just combined.
- In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Lightly fold into the batter until no streaks remain.
- Cover and allow the batter sit at room temperature until puffed and bubbly, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Set waffle iron to high heat.
- Grease the heated waffle iron with melted butter. Spread the batter over the prepared waffle iron, about 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) per waffle. Heat until waffle is golden and crisp on outside. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve immediately with powdered sugar, whipped cream, chocolate, or fresh fruit.
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