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Nutritional Values
450kcal
10gProtein
55gCarbs
22gFat
2gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Brussels Waffle
How to order / say it
Say it
Gaufre de Bruxelles — [goh-freh duh broo-sells]
Order
I'd like a Brussels waffle, please.
Locally
Je voudrais une gaufre de Bruxelles, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
Light and crispy waffles dusted with powdered sugar, often topped with fruits.
Why try it?
An iconic treat from the heart of Belgium, these waffles are synonymous with Belgian street food culture and highlight the country's love for sweet delights.
How it tastes
Characterized by a light, airy texture with crisp edges, the Brussels waffle is often subtly sweet on its own, perfect when paired with a dusting of sugar, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Originating in the mid-19th century, the Brussels waffle was first popularized in the United States during the 1964 New York World's Fair. Its rectangular pattern and yeasted batter distinguish it from other types of waffles, becoming a staple sweet snack in Belgium.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g flour
- 🥛 300 ml milk
- 🥚 2 whole eggs
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🌾 7 g yeast
Method
- 1 Dissolve yeast in warm milk, letting it activate.
- 2 Mix flour, sugar, melted butter, eggs, and yeast-milk mixture.
- 3 Let the batter rise until doubled in size.
- 4 Cook on a waffle iron until golden and serve with toppings.
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