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Brown Butter Yeasted Waffles with Whipped Maple Brown Butter Recipe

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These Brown Butter Yeasted Waffles are a deliciously rich and fluffy breakfast treat, featuring a unique nutty flavor from browned butter both in the batter and the whipped maple brown butter topping. The waffles are perfectly crisp on the outside while tender inside, enhanced by warm cinnamon and sweet maple syrup, making them an irresistible morning favorite.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour (including 1 hour yeast rising and waffle cooking time)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Waffle Batter

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter (browned)
  • 2 cups buttermilk

Whipped Maple Brown Butter

  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter (browned, approx. 4 tbsp)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, yeast, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Warm Buttermilk: Slowly heat the buttermilk over low heat until it reaches 120-130°F to activate the yeast without killing it.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry: Gently pour the warm buttermilk into the flour mixture and combine thoroughly.
  4. Add Eggs: Whisk the eggs and mix them into the batter completely.
  5. Brown the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt and heat 5 tablespoons butter until foaming and nutty brown (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and transfer to a separate bowl to cool slightly.
  6. Add Browned Butter to Batter: Pour the cooled browned butter into the batter and whisk gently until combined, careful not to overmix.
  7. Let the Batter Rise: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free spot like above the stove. Let the yeast rise for 1 hour.
  8. Punch Down Batter: After rising, gently deflate the batter with a gentle punch.
  9. Cook Waffles: Preheat waffle iron and brush it with melted butter or spray with non-stick spray. Using a 1/2 cup measure, pour batter onto the iron and cook according to manufacturer’s instructions until golden and crisp.
  10. Keep Waffles Warm: Place cooked waffles on a cooling rack over a baking sheet so they stay crisp; keep them warm in a low oven until serving.
  11. Prepare Whipped Maple Brown Butter: In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 stick of butter over medium heat until it foams (2-3 minutes). Stir in maple syrup and salt, cooking an additional 1-2 minutes without letting it darken further.
  12. Cool Maple Butter: Transfer maple butter to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator about 20 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  13. Whip Maple Butter: Using a whisk attachment on a stand mixer, whip the cooled butter starting on low speed for 30 seconds, then increasing to high until soft peaks form.
  14. Serve: Spoon a dollop of whipped maple brown butter on top of the warm waffles. Drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired and enjoy.

Notes

  • Warming the buttermilk to the proper temperature is crucial for yeast activation—too hot can kill the yeast, too cold will delay rising.
  • Browning the butter adds a rich, nutty flavor essential to this recipe.
  • Do not stack waffles immediately after cooking to avoid sogginess; allow them to cool on a rack.
  • Use a 1/2 cup measuring cup for consistent waffle size and even cooking.
  • Whipped maple brown butter can be stored refrigerated and used as a sweet spread for pancakes or toast.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/brown-butter-yeasted-waffles-with-whipped-maple-brown-butter-recipe/