Taste of Home
Hawaiian Waffles
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 16 (4-inch) waffles.
I created this waffle recipe to recapture the memorable tropical tastes we enjoyed while visiting Hawaii. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Ingredients
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1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
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1/2 cup light corn syrup
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1/4 cup pineapple juice
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WAFFLES:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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4 teaspoons baking powder
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
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1 cup 2% milk
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
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1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
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1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
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Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
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2.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
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3.
Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
2 waffles: 446 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 495mg sodium, 76g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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