Belgian Waffles

This morning we made the most delicious waffles and thought I'd share them with you for my Creative Kitchen recipe. We often make these waffles together as a family and enjoy them every time!

Ingredients:
1 3/4 c. flour 1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt 2 egg yolks
1 3/4 c. milk 1/2 c. cooking oil
2 egg whites 1 tsp. vanilla

With your parents supervision, plug in the Belgian waffle iron and heat up. Be sure that there isn't anything near the waffle iron that would burn.

1. In a mixing bowl combine dry ingredients. Set aside.
2. In another bowl beat egg yolks just slightly. Add milk, oil, and vanilla and mix.
3. Add wet mixture to the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a large spoon, mix together until moist and slightly lumpy.
4. In a small bowl, using a hand mixer, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently FOLD in egg whites to the batter. Do NOT overmix.

Open waffle iron and spray lightly with a cooking spray or use a pastry brush to lightly brush with oil.

Pour about 3/4 cup to 1 cup of batter onto the center of the iron and close gently. Do NOT walk away. Always supervise your waffles.

Bake according to manufacturers directions.

When the waffle is done and slightly golden brown, remove with the tines of your fork and place on a cooling rack for just a few seconds. If you place the waffle directly onto a plate the condensation will cause your waffle to become soggy.

Top your waffle with butter and syrup, or any other toppings that you enjoy.

Topping ideas:
-fresh chopped strawberries
-blueberries
-chopped walnuts
-whipped cream
-peanut butter (Instead of the butter)

What other toppings can you think of?

(Picture courtesy of sxc.hu)