Belgian Waffles with Chocolate Ganache
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these authentic Belgian waffles are elevated with a decadent dark chocolate ganache and fresh berries, a perfect treat for any time of day.
🧂 Ingredients
- 250 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 2 large Eggs(separated)
- 300 ml Milk
- 75 g Unsalted butter(melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 150 g Dark chocolate(finely chopped (at least 60% cocoa))
- 150 ml Heavy cream
- 200 g Fresh berries(for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
💡 Tip: Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined. - 2
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
💡 Tip: Make sure the butter is not too hot when adding to the eggs. - 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
💡 Tip: Overmixing can lead to tough waffles. - 4
In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
💡 Tip: Ensure the bowl and whisk are grease-free for best results. - 5
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the waffle batter until just incorporated. This will make the waffles light and airy.
💡 Tip: Fold carefully to retain as much air as possible. - 6
Preheat your Belgian waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
💡 Tip: Grease the waffle iron if it's not non-stick. - 7
Pour about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the hot waffle maker, depending on its size. Cook for 4-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
⏱️ 6 minutes💡 Tip: Don't open the waffle maker too early. - 8
Repeat with the remaining batter. Keep cooked waffles warm in a low oven (around 100°C/200°F) if making a large batch.
💡 Tip: A wire rack is ideal for keeping waffles crisp. - 9
To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
💡 Tip: Do not boil the cream. - 10
Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk gently until smooth and glossy.
⏱️ 3 minutes💡 Tip: Whisk from the center outwards. - 11
Serve the warm waffles drizzled with chocolate ganache and topped with fresh berries.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using a Belgian waffle maker with deep grids is essential for authentic texture.
- ✓The addition of whipped egg whites is key to achieving a light and airy waffle.
- ✓Adjust the sweetness of the ganache by using chocolate with a higher or lower cocoa percentage.
🔄 Variations
- Add a tablespoon of strong coffee or espresso to the ganache for a mocha flavor.
- Incorporate a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom into the waffle batter.
- Serve with whipped cream, powdered sugar, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.