Perfect Homemade Waffles (Mochi vs. Belgian) - A Guide to Making the Best Waffles
Do you love waffles? Are you tired of the same old waffle recipe? Look no further! In this guide, we will show you how to make the three best versions of waffles. We have the traditional quick waffle, the classic Belgian Liege waffle, and the unique mochi waffle.
Let's start with the traditional waffle. It's easy, fast, and absolutely delicious. All you need is some all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, buttermilk, whole milk, vanilla extract, eggs, and melted unsalted butter. Mix the dry ingredients, add the wet ingredients, whisk everything together, and you have a perfect batter. Cook it in your favorite waffle iron, and you'll have a golden brown, fluffy waffle in no time.
Next up, the Belgian Liege waffle. This waffle is made with a yeast-risen batter, which gives it a special flavor. Heat some milk, whisk in instant yeast, and let it sit. In another bowl, combine sugar, salt, eggs, and melted butter. Mix everything together, add flour, and knead until you have a smooth dough. Let the dough rise, then add pearl sugar to it. Divide the dough into pieces, cook them in your waffle iron, and you'll have a caramelized, crispy waffle with a special touch.
Finally, the mochi waffle. This waffle is made with mochiko sweet rice flour, giving it a chewy texture. Whisk together egg, milk, melted butter, salt, baking powder, and sugar. Add the mochiko flour and mix until you have a thick batter. Pour the batter into a piping bag and set it aside. For the delicious topping, cook sliced bananas in butter and brown sugar, add some rum, and flambé it to create a rich caramel sauce. Cook the mochi waffles in your waffle iron, top them with the caramelized bananas, and indulge in a unique waffle experience.
Now it's time to decide which waffle is the perfect one. Taste each waffle and see which one satisfies your cravings. Whether you prefer the classic and quick traditional waffle, the sophisticated Belgian Liege waffle, or the indulgent mochi waffle with its caramelized banana topping, there's a perfect waffle for everyone.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your ingredients, dust off your waffle iron, and start making the best waffles you've ever tasted. Your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients:
- Traditional Waffle:
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder
- 1/2 cup of buttermilk
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 eggs + 1 additional egg yolk
- 3/4 cup of gently melted unsalted butter
- Belgian Liege Waffle:
- 1 cup of whole milk
- 2 teaspoons of instant yeast
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of fine sea salt
- 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk
- 6 tablespoons of gently melted unsalted butter
- 3 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups of pearl sugar
- Mochi Waffle:
- 1 egg
- 3/4 cup of whole milk
- 2 tablespoons of gently melted unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 3/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups of mochiko sweet rice flour
- Toppings for Mochi Waffle:
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup of light brown sugar
- 3 bananas, sliced
- Pinch of salt
- Sprinkling of ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of rum
- Optional: Powdered sugar
- Additional Toppings:
- Classic Pat of Butter
- Pure Unadulterated High-Quality Maple Syrup
- Assorted Berries
- Whipped Cream
- Rum Salted Caramel Sauce
Cooking steps:
- Traditional Waffle:
- Mix dry ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
- Add wet ingredients and whisk until combined.
- Stream in melted butter and mix until smooth.
- Preheat and spray waffle iron, add batter, and cook until golden brown.
- Belgian Liege Waffle:
- Heat milk, whisk in yeast, and let it sit.
- Mix sugar, salt, eggs, and melted butter in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients and knead into a smooth dough.
- Let the dough rise, add pearl sugar, divide into pieces, and cook in a waffle iron.
- Mochi Waffle:
- Whisk egg, milk, melted butter, salt, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl.
- Add mochiko flour and mix until thick batter forms.
- Pour batter into a piping bag.
- Cook waffle in a waffle iron, top with caramelized bananas, and optional powdered sugar.
- Toppings:
- For Mochi Waffle: Melt butter, add brown sugar, cook bananas, add salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and rum, flambé with a torch.
- Classic: Butter and maple syrup.
- Belgian Liege: Assorted berries, optional powdered sugar.
- Mochi Waffle: Whipped cream and rum caramel sauce.
- Taste Test:
- Try each waffle and decide which one is your favorite. Enjoy the different textures and flavors!
