Cornmeal Waffles
The crunchy yet airy texture of this waffle is matched by it’s excellent taste.
11⁄2 cups all purpose flour
1⁄2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs, lightly beaten
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup milk, depending on batter consistency
Makes
1.Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to blend well.
2.Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the eggs and oil. Slowly pour in the milk, mixing constantly until a thick batter is obtained.
3.Preheat the WafflePro® at:
“Crisp Exterior/Moist Interior” @ Color Control 41⁄2 or “Uniform Texture” @ Color Control 31⁄2
4.Pour about a level 1⁄2 of a cup waffle batter onto preheated waffle grid. Close the lid and bake until signal indicates waffle is done.
5.Remove waffle and place on a wire rack for about 30 seconds then serve immediately.
Note: Waffles may be kept warm in a preheated 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes but their consistency may change.
If you prefer more of a cornbread style waffle, substitute more cornmeal for some of the flour in the recipe. 1⁄2 cup of flour to 11⁄2 cups of cornmeal is ideal. Add more milk to make a thick batter and bake as directed.
TWO RECIPES FOR THE CHOCOLATE LOVER
Chocolate Chip Waffles
A light waffle full of chocolate surprises, this recipe is sure to become one of your family’s favorites.
2 cups all purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1⁄2 cup small chocolate chips
1 cup milk
Makes about
1.Combine all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to blend well.
2.Add the eggs and oil, then slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly with a rubber spatula. Add just enough milk to make a batter that mounds slightly when poured. Stir in the chocolate chips and blend to distribute them evenly.
3.Preheat the WafflePro® at:
“Crisp Exterior/Moist Interior” @ Color Control 4 or “Uniform Texture” @ Color Control 31⁄2
4.Spoon a level 1⁄2 cup waffle batter onto preheated waffle grid. Close the lid and bake until signal indicates waffle is done.
5.Remove waffle and place on a wire rack to cool for about 30 seconds then serve immediately.
6.This batter may leave some melted chocolate on the waffle grids. To clean, let the WafflePro® cool and wipe off chocolate with a warm moist cloth.
Note: Waffles may be kept in a preheated 300°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes but their consistency may change.
For a lighter waffle, the eggs in this recipe can be separated and the yolks added to the batter along with the milk. The whites can be beaten stiff, then folded into the batter.
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