Belgian Waffles

Recipe summary

Soft, fluffy, indulgent waffles smothered in cream cheese syrup with a hint of orange.

Recipe Courtesy of John Cantin of John's Place.

Preparation time:
Cooking time: 8 minutes
Yield: 4

Ingredients

Original Cream Cheese Syrup

• 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
• Zest of 1 small orange
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups maple syrup

Belgian Waffles

• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 cups warm milk
• 3 eggs (Whites and yolks separated)
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3/4 cup butter (melted)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups flour