👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

   💡 Tip: Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined.
2. 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. 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. 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. 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. 6

   Preheat your Belgian waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

   💡 Tip: Grease the waffle iron if it's not non-stick.
7. 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. 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. 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. 10

    Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk gently until smooth and glossy.

    ⏱️ 3 minutes

    💡 Tip: Whisk from the center outwards.
11. 11

    Serve the warm waffles drizzled with chocolate ganache and topped with fresh berries.

    💡 Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture.