Sweetheart Heart Shaped Waffles (Printable Version)
Light, crispy heart-shaped waffles with a hint of vanilla, ideal for festive or romantic breakfasts.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Toppings
10 - Fresh strawberries, sliced
11 - Whipped cream
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - Powdered sugar
14 - Chocolate chips
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat heart-shaped waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs thoroughly. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until uniform.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix. Small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or small amount of melted butter.
06 - Pour batter into center of waffle iron, covering approximately two-thirds of surface. Close lid and cook for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove cooked waffle carefully. Repeat cooking process with remaining batter until all waffles are prepared.
08 - Serve immediately while warm, topped with desired accompaniments such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or syrup.
# Tips from hearthlykitchen:
01 -
- The edges turn impossibly crisp while staying tender inside, like a perfect Sunday morning should be
- One batch makes eight hearts, which means enough for breakfast now and leftovers you can toast tomorrow
02 -
- Overmixed batter creates tough, rubbery waffles instead of tender ones, so stop stirring the moment flour disappears
- Letting the batter rest for even five minutes while the iron heats makes a noticeable difference in texture
03 -
- Separating eggs and beating the whites before folding them in creates restaurant-style lightness
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest transforms these from everyday to extraordinary