Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

unsalted butter

melted

2 tbsp

brown sugar

1 tsp

vanilla extract

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

ground

1 cup

all-purpose flour

sifted

4 unit

eggs

large

0.5 cup

heavy cream

4 ounce

semisweet chocolate

chopped

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

ground

1 unit

Vanilla ice cream

Step 1
~2 min

Heat 1 cup water, butter, brown sugar, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium-high heat until bubbling.

Step 2
~2 min

Add flour and whisk until smooth.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove from heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.

Step 5
~2 min

Let the dough stand for 5 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Preheat a Belgian waffle iron and spray with cooking spray.

Step 7
~2 min

Spoon 1/4 cup dough into each waffle section.

Step 8
~2 min

Close lid and cook until golden brown, 5-10 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Repeat with remaining dough.

Step 10
~2 min

Microwave cream for 2 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Stir in chocolate until melted.

Step 12
~2 min

Mix sugar and cinnamon on a plate.

Step 13
~2 min

Coat cooked waffles in cinnamon sugar mixture.

Step 14
~2 min

Top waffles with ice cream and chocolate sauce.

Step 15
~2 min

Top each with a second waffle.

Step 16
~2 min

Sprinkle more cinnamon-sugar on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the waffle batter ahead of time and store in the refrigerator.

Use high-quality vanilla ice cream for the best flavor.

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar for a spicy kick.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Waffle batter can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (cinnamon and vanilla)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a scoop of your favorite ice cream.

Add fresh berries for a pop of color and flavor.

Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh strawberries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico/United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion dessert combining Mexican churros with American waffles.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Birthday Parties

Occasion Tags

party
celebration
dessert

Popularity Score

85/100

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