Description
This classic Mennonite recipe features light, fluffy waffles served with a rich and creamy white sauce. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch, these waffles combine a tender, fluffy texture with a sweet, smooth sauce flavored with nutmeg. Easy to make and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Waffles
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
White Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar to ensure even distribution of the leavening agent and seasonings.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the waffles tender and fluffy.
- Preheat waffle iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking and crisp waffles.
- Cook waffles: Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the device’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and fluffy. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Prepare white sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until fully liquid.
- Make roux: Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste and create a smooth base.
- Add milk: Slowly whisk in the milk to avoid lumps and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Season sauce: Stir in the sugar, salt, and optional nutmeg to add sweetness and spice to the sauce.
- Serve: Plate the waffles hot and generously top them with the creamy white sauce for a delicious and comforting meal.
Notes
- Do not overmix the waffle batter to avoid tough waffles.
- Adjust sugar in the white sauce according to your sweetness preference.
- Nutmeg in the white sauce is optional but adds a lovely warm spice note.
- Make sure waffle iron is properly preheated before cooking for best texture.
- This recipe yields waffles best enjoyed fresh but the white sauce can be gently reheated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mennonite
Keywords: Mennonite waffles, white sauce, breakfast waffles, creamy sauce, fluffy waffles, warm breakfast, traditional Mennonite recipe
