~ Waffles ~

Did you know there are several types? * American waffles are often made from a batter leavened with baking powder. They may be round, square or rectangular in shape. They are usually served as a sweet breakfast food, topped with butter and maple syrup, other fruit syrups or powdered sugar. They are generally denser and thinner than the Belgian waffle. Waffles were first introduced to North America in 1620 by Pilgrims who brought the method from Holland. Thomas Jefferson brought a waffle iron from France in the late 18th century. * Belgian waffles, or Brussels waffles are prepared with a yeast-leavened batter. It is generally, but not always, lighter, thicker and crispier and has larger pockets compared to other waffle varieties. In Belgium, most waffles are served warm by street vendors and dusted with confectioner's sugar though in tourist areas they might be topped with whipped cream, soft fruit or chocolate spread. * Scandinavian waffles are thin, made in a heart-shaped waffle iron. The batter is similar to other varieties. The most common style are sweet, with whipped or sour cream and strawberry or raspberry jam, or berries, or simply sugar, on top. So pick your style and make some waffles! ~ Chef ~