Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles (Print version)
Crispy waffles with fresh lemon zest and poppy seeds topped with a vibrant blueberry syrup.
# Ingredient List:
→ For the Waffles
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - Zest of 2 lemons
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the Blueberry Syrup
13 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
14 - 1/2 cup water
15 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron. Pour about 1/2 to 3/4 cup batter per waffle, adjusting for iron size. Cook until golden and crisp, approximately 4 to 5 minutes each.
06 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook until berries burst and syrup thickens, about 6 to 8 minutes. For thicker consistency, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1 to 2 minutes additional.
07 - Serve waffles immediately while warm, generously topped with the homemade blueberry syrup.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The poppy seeds add this tiny little crunch in every bite that makes these feel special
- That blueberry syrup turns an ordinary breakfast into something that feels like a weekend treat
02 -
- Overmixing the batter makes tough waffles so stop as soon as flour disappears
- Let the syrup cool slightly because it gets dangerously hot right off the stove
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly into the batter
- Leftover waffles freeze beautifully and reheat in the toaster