Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs, separated
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can of cherries in syrup (15 oz)
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Whipped cream (optional)
Special equipment needed:
- Waffle maker
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
6. Fold in the beaten egg whites until just combined.
7. Pour the batter onto the waffle maker and cook until golden brown.
8. In a saucepan, combine the cherries in syrup, brandy, orange juice, and sugar.
9. Cook over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
10. Serve the waffles with the cherries jubilee sauce and whipped cream (optional).
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Waffle maker: according to the manufacturer's instructions
- Saucepan: medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 590
- Total fat: 25g
- Saturated fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sodium: 660mg
- Total carbohydrates: 73g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
- Milk: almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk
- Butter: margarine or vegetable oil
- Cherries in syrup: fresh cherries or frozen cherries
- Brandy: rum or cognac
- Orange juice: lemon juice or apple juice
- Whipped cream: whipped coconut cream or whipped cream cheese
Variations:
- Add chocolate chips to the waffle batter for a chocolate cherry flavor.
- Substitute the cherries jubilee sauce with a mixed berry sauce or caramel sauce.
- Top the waffles with sliced bananas or strawberries for a fruity twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form for fluffy waffles.
- Use a ladle to pour the batter onto the waffle maker for even distribution.
- Keep the waffles warm in the oven at 200°F while making the cherries jubilee sauce.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the waffles in the toaster or oven until warm.
Presentation ideas:
- Stack the waffles on a plate and drizzle the cherries jubilee sauce on top.
- Top the waffles with a dollop of whipped cream and a cherry on top.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves or chopped nuts.
Pairings:
- Coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Scrambled eggs or bacon.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the waffles are too dense, make sure to beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- If the cherries jubilee sauce is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the waffles until golden brown to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Use caution when cooking with alcohol, as it is flammable.
Food history:
- Cherries jubilee is a classic dessert that originated in the late 1800s. It was created by Auguste Escoffier, a French chef, in honor of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.
Flavor profiles:
- The waffles are sweet and buttery, while the cherries jubilee sauce is tart and boozy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the waffles with a side of scrambled eggs or bacon for a complete breakfast meal.
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