Heart Shaped Waffles Berries (Printable)
Golden heart-shaped waffles served with fresh berries and whipped cream for a delightful morning treat.
# What You Need:
→ Waffle Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk or buttermilk
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Toppings
10 - 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
11 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
12 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - Optional: maple syrup, extra powdered sugar for dusting, mint leaves
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are acceptable and will yield tender waffles.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron. Pour approximately 1/2 cup of batter per waffle, adjusting based on iron size. Cook until golden and crisp, about 3–5 minutes per batch.
06 - While waffles cook, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
07 - Wash and pat dry the berries. Hull and slice strawberries if using; leave smaller berries whole.
08 - Plate warm heart-shaped waffles topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a handful of mixed berries. Drizzle with maple syrup and garnish with mint leaves or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The waffles strike that perfect balance between crispy exterior and tender interior that makes breakfast feel luxurious
- Fresh berries and homemade whipped cream elevate this from simple waffles to something that feels like a treat from a fancy brunch spot
- The heart shape adds such joy without requiring any extra effort
02 -
- Overmixing the batter creates tough waffles, so stop when you still see small lumps
- The waffle iron needs to be fully preheated or your first batch will steam instead of crisp
- Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking improves the texture significantly
03 -
- Separate your eggs and whip the whites before folding them in for restaurant-style height
- Real maple syrup makes a noticeable difference compared to pancake syrup