These Belgian Liege waffles are truly perfect! When you take that first bite, you instantly realize it’s worth every second proofing the dough. The pearl sugar caramelizes on the outside for that crispy crust, while the inside is nice and fluffy! The toppings for the Belgian waffles are endless. I created a Belgian waffle charcuterie board a couple months ago when my husband and I hosted family brunch at our house and it was a hit. I can’t take credit for this recipe though, as I found it on the back of the Belgian Pearl Sugar bag from the brand Waffle Pantry. While these do take a little bit to make, I will say they freeze well! I like to keep them in stock so whenever we want them it’s already done. I just make up a batch, freeze them, and when you’re ready, pop it in the toaster to heat up. Watch our TikTok making the Belgian Waffles HERE.

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk

• 2 1/2 tsp instant dry yeast

• 4 cups AP flour

• 2 eggs

• 6 tbsp brown sugar

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 tbsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

• 10 ounces of butter

• 1 cup Belgian pearl sugar
  

Directions:

1. Add yeast into luke warm water, let sit for 5 mins

2. Add flour, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon into a large bowl and add in milk/yeast mixture

3. Add in salt and mix until It forms a sticky dough

4. Add softened butter and mix until just combined

5. Cover bowl and let rise for at least 2 to 3 hours (will triple in size)

6. Gently fold in the Belgian pearl sugar into dough and divide into 11 balls

7. Rest dough rest/rise for 15 mins and cook according to waffle makers instructions

Here’s what it looks like when the dough is proofing!