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Crispy Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles with Fresh Berry Compote

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A delightful breakfast recipe featuring crispy lemon poppy seed waffles topped with a fresh berry compote, perfect for brightening any morning with a balance of tart and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ¾ cups (420ml) whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest (from about 1 medium lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • For the Fresh Berry Compote:
  • 2 cups (300g) mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your waffle iron and let it heat fully, about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, poppy seeds, and salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat eggs until frothy, then whisk in milk, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract if using.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined; batter will be slightly lumpy.
  5. Lightly brush the waffle iron with oil or melted butter to prevent sticking.
  6. Pour about ¾ cup (180ml) batter onto the center of the waffle iron.
  7. Close the lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until waffles are golden brown and crisp.
  8. Remove waffles carefully and keep warm on a wire rack in a 200°F (93°C) oven.
  9. To make the berry compote, combine berries, sugar, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan.
  10. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until berries break down and sauce thickens slightly.
  11. Serve waffles stacked with warm berry compote spooned on top, garnished with extra lemon zest or fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; lumps are okay to keep waffles light and crispy. Use fresh lemon zest and juice for best flavor. Preheat waffle iron fully for crisp edges. Keep cooked waffles on a wire rack to avoid sogginess. If batter is too thick, add a splash more milk. Brush waffle iron lightly with oil or butter between batches. The berry compote can be made ahead and warmed before serving. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend. For dairy-free, use almond or oat milk and coconut oil instead of butter.

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