Crispy Brown Butter Waffles Soaked in Buttermilk

Crispy Brown Butter Waffles Soaked in Buttermilk

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Tuck into these scrumptious Buttermilk & Nutty Butter Waffles! Brown butter lends a depth of flavor that'll leave your taste buds craving more.

Equipment: We whipped up these delectable delights using a Belgian waffle iron, but go ahead and use yours if it's different! Just be sure to consult the user manual for operating instructions.

• Servings: 8 (5-oz) waffles
• Difficulty Level: Piece of cake!
• Time: 15 minutes, plus cooking time for waffles

Ingredients (11)

• 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks)
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 6 large eggs
• 3 1/2 cups low-fat, well-shaken buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• Brush with melted butter or canola oil, for the waffle iron
• Maple syrup, for serving
• Plain yogurt, for serving

Instructions

1. Brown the butter in a medium frying pan over medium-low heat. Cook until it develops a golden brown hue and has a pleasant toasted aroma (ensure it's not burnt), allowing around 5 minutes for this step. Transfer the cooked butter to a large mixing bowl, allowing it to cool to room temperature.
2. In a separate large bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk it well to aerate and eliminate any lumps.
3. Once the browned butter has cooled, add in the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Whisk the mixture until it's evenly combined. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring just to moisten the dry ingredients.
4. Heat up the waffle iron as per the manufacturer's instructions. Brush the iron with melted butter or oil, sprinkle the batter in its center, close the lid, and cook until the waffle turns golden brown, which usually takes around 4 minutes for Belgian style waffles. Repeat with the remaining batter, brushing the iron with butter or oil between each waffle. Serve immediately with maple syrup and a dollop of yogurt.

Enrichment Data:

To perform a spin on regular buttermilk waffles with the rich flavor of brown butter, follow this tailored recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter for browning
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Butter

1. Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer. Stir occasionally until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Waffle Batter

1. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large measuring cup, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract.
2. Add Browned Butter: Once the browned butter has cooled, whisk it into the wet ingredients.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 3: Cook the Waffles

1. Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your Belgian waffle maker.
2. Cook Waffles: Brush the waffle maker with melted butter or cooking spray. Pour about 1/3 cup of batter into the center of the waffle maker and cook until golden brown according to the manufacturer's instructions.
3. Serve Warm: Serve the waffles hot with your preferred toppings, such as fresh fruits, whipped cream, or maple syrup. To keep waffles warm, place them in a low-temperature oven (200°F) on a wire rack.

Notes

• Buttermilk Alternative: In case you don't have buttermilk, substitute it with milk and 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar, letting the mixture sit for 5-10 minutes before using.
• Batter Consistency: Ensure the batter is pourable but not too thin. Add a splash of milk if necessary for an appropriate consistency.
• The given recipe for Buttermilk & Nutty Butter Waffles, with uncategorized instructions, yields 8 (5-oz) waffles.
• In addition to the original ingredients, the spin on regular buttermilk waffles requires 1 cup of unsalted butter for browning.
• Nutrition-wise, the recipe includes 12 tablespoons of unsalted butter, which adds significant saturated fats.
• The Instructions section for the Buttermilk & Nutty Butter Waffles details how to brown the butter, prepare the waffle batter, and cook the waffles in a Belgian waffle iron.

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