Close-up of two golden Belgian sugar waffles on a white plate

Authentic Belgian Sugar Waffles

Authentic Belgian Sugar Waffles—crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, with pockets of caramelized pearl sugar. A classic Liege-style treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: belgian, European

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 20

Rise Time: 1 30

Total Time: 2 10

Servings: waffles

Calories: 420kcal

Cost: $6–$8

Equipment

1 Waffle iron Preferably Belgian-style
1 Mixing bowl For dough mixing
1 Dough Hook Optional, if using stand mixer
1 Spatula For folding ingredients
1 Kitchen scale Optional, for more accurate results

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour sifted
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 ¼ teaspoon active dry yeast about 1 packet
¾ cup whole milk warm (around 110°F/43°C)
2 large eggs room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 ½ cups Belgian pearl sugar do not substitute with regular sugar

Instructions

Bloom yeast in warm milk
Mix dry ingredients
Add eggs and vanilla
Incorporate softened butter
Knead until dough is smooth
Let dough rise until doubled
Fold in pearl sugar
Preheat and grease waffle iron
Cook waffles until golden brown
Let rest 2–3 mins before serving

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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