Liege Waffles Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffles


I have not yet had the good fortune to visit belgium, but i do frequent a lovely nyc cafe called le pain quotidien, which is based in belgium. I tried their crispy, caramelized belgian sugar waffle, and was instantly in love. If perled sugar is not available, substitute an equal amount of coarsely crushed sugar cubes. I got this recipe off a belgian website.

Steps


Mix yeast , water , sugar and salt , and let develop for 15 minutes.
Place flour into a large bowl.
Make a well , pour in yeast mixture , and begin to knead.
Continue to knead , add eggs , one at a time , and add soft butter , 2 tablespoons each addition , mixing well.
Let dough rest in bowl until doubled.
Gently mix in pearl sugar.
Let rest for 15 minutes.
Heat waffle iron.
When hot , butter waffle iron , pour in 3 tablespoons dough per waffle.
Cook for 3-5 minutes , until waffles lightly brown on top.
Serve warm or room temperature.
Enjoy !.

Ingredients


yeast, water, granulated sugar, salt, flour, eggs, butter, sugar