Dutch waffles with caramel
Description
The baking is simple and quick. With a special waffle maker, preparing Dutch waffles with caramel at home is easy. This is an excellent dessert for both children and adults. The caramel can be optionally enhanced with crushed nuts, poppy seeds, or salt for a savory touch, for example. So read on,
Instructions
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Step 1
1. To prepare the dough, mix the yeast with sugar and add about 3 tablespoons of water.
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Step 2
2. Cream together the butter with cinnamon and a spoonful of sugar until smooth. If desired, you can add vanilla flavoring to the recipe for Dutch waffles with caramel. Use softened butter, but do not melt it beforehand.
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Step 3
3. Combine the butter with the yeast and mix thoroughly. Then gradually add the flour sifted with salt in small portions.
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Step 4
4. Knead a soft, smooth dough and let it rise in a warm place, covered with a clean towel.
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Step 5
5. Lightly grease the waffle iron with a small amount of oil and heat it thoroughly. Roll the dough into small balls and place them into the waffle iron.
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Step 6
6. Fry until a nice golden crust forms. Then carefully remove and set aside, continuing to cook the waffles until all the batter is used up.
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Step 7
7. To prepare caramel, pour sugar into a pan and place over heat. Gradually melt it, stirring with a wooden spatula until it completely dissolves. Alternatively, you can use honey instead of sugar.
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Step 8
8. Gradually pour in the cream in a thin stream, constantly stirring. Reduce the caramel over heat until thickened and reaches a nice color, then immediately remove from heat and transfer to any container.
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Step 9
9. Brush the waffle with cooled caramel and top with a second waffle. Place a weight (such as a plate) on top and let it sit for a couple of hours to soak. Alternatively, you can serve Dutch waffles with caramel at home simply by pouring the caramel over the top.