Overnight Crisp Yeast Waffles

Name: Overnight Crisp Yeast Waffles
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 20 waffles.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Breakfast Recipes, Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°); 2 cups 2% warm milk, (110° to 115°); 1/3 cup butter, melted; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda; Fresh strawberries and sweetened whipped cream, optional

I had a baby shower brunch for my niece many years ago and these waffles were a hit. I ran into a friend recently and she said she still remembers my waffles. —Joan Hallford, Fort Worth, Texas

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 cups 2% warm milk, (110° to 115°)
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Fresh strawberries and sweetened whipped cream, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add milk and butter; mix well. Combine flour and salt; stir into milk mixture. Cover loosely and refrigerate overnight.
Add eggs and baking soda; mix well. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Serve warm with strawberries and whipped cream if desired.

Originally published as OVERNIGHT YEAST WAFFLES in Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook 2013