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Romantic Waffles with a Twist

Indulge in the Flavors of Mexico

Imagine a waffle that combines the richness of chocolate, the warmth of cinnamon, and the creaminess of coconut crema. Chef Anthony Myint’s innovative recipe brings together these flavors in a romantic waffle dish perfect for Valentine’s Day.

The Waffle Recipe

Yielding about 6 Belgian waffles, this easy recipe requires 55 minutes of preparation time, plus 1 hour of rising time. The ingredients include:

• Yeast mixture: whole milk, granulated sugar, and active dry yeast
• Waffles: all-purpose flour, semolina flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, baking powder, eggs, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, whole milk, half-and-half, and vanilla extract
• Cinnamon sugar: granulated sugar and ground cinnamon
• Chocolate sauce: natural unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, water, freshly made espresso, chili powder, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and kosher salt
• Coconut crema: thick coconut cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and Mexican crema or crème fraîche

Preparing the Waffles

To begin, heat the oven to 250°F and set a wire rack on a baking sheet inside. Activate the yeast mixture by stirring it together and setting it aside for 15 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients, and in a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture, whisking until a smooth batter forms. Let the mixture rise at room temperature for at least 1 hour.

Cooking the Waffles

Heat the waffle iron to medium and brush it with vegetable oil. Fill the iron with batter, close the lid, and cook until the waffle is golden brown. Transfer the waffle to the wire rack in the oven to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Assembling the Waffles

To assemble, sprinkle each waffle with cinnamon sugar, drizzle with chocolate sauce and coconut crema, and finally, sprinkle with additional cinnamon sugar.

Savor the Flavors

These romantic waffles offer a unique blend of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. The cinnamon sugar adds a warm and comforting touch, while the chocolate sauce provides a rich and decadent element. The coconut crema brings a creamy and refreshing contrast, making this dish a true culinary masterpiece.