Waffle Dough is Made with Love
GO to Cooking Instructions
Liege waffles are what we’re known for. Each waffle starts off as a dough ball — we don’t pour batter onto the waffle iron! We import Belgian pearl sugar and mix it in the dough ball so that the waffle is caramelized and glazed with sugar. That’s why you will see delicious lumps of white sugar in the dough balls!
Waffle dough is available for purchase and you can make it at home! If you want to place a large order in advance (more than a dozen dough balls), please click the button below and our office will set it up for you.
How to Make Waffles at Home
Each dough ball is hand rolled and mixed with imported Belgian pearl sugar
ONE dough ball Makes One Waffle
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DOUGH COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Smile. You are about to enjoy the best waffle experience money can buy! This is a liege dough recipe — it’s VERY similar to bread dough! If you have any experience with letting bread dough rise, this will pretty much be the same process.
2. Remove your dough balls from the refrigerator and from all packaging. Place them in a clean dish or cookie sheet in a warm spot in your kitchen to allow for proper proofing. A warm oven would also work to proof the dough, provided the temperature does not exceed 110 F (or if that temperature is not possible, turn the oven off at intervals to keep the heat down so that the dough does not bake).
3. Allow the dough to rise until doubled in size. The time to achieve this may vary, depending on the temperature of your “warm” spot. At room temperature, this should be at least one hour. It’s very important to let the dough proof all the way, or you may end up with doughy waffles! ***IF YOUR DOUGH IS FROZEN, allow 3-4 hours at room temperature or 1 hour in the warmed oven. NOTE: Please do not refreeze. If you freeze your dough or receive your dough frozen, you’ll only be able to receive one “rise” out of the dough. You won’t be able to get the same rise if you allow your dough to thaw & then refreeze it to enjoy it at a later date.
4. While it’s proofing, prep some awesome toppings to go with the awesome waffles!
5. As your dough finishes proofing, turn your waffle iron on to medium-high. Set it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit if it has a temperature gauge, usually “2” or “3” if it has a number gauge. (If your waffle iron is burning the sugar, then it’s too hot - so make sure to turn it down.) Use your favorite cooking oil or butter to help the waffles release better.
6. Once the dough ball is proofed and ready to be waffled, and your waffle iron is up to temperature, place some waffle balls on the iron and close it. Remember the dough will spread out and expand as it cooks so give it plenty of room on your waffle iron. Flip the waffles regularly for about 2-3 minutes until perfectly golden brown (actual cook time may be longer depending on your waffle iron).
7. Enjoy
FAQ
- I've got my dough balls! Now, how long do the refrigerated dough balls last? Waffle Love dough balls last about 2-3 days in the fridge. After that, the pearl sugars may have softened too much and may affect the dough's flavor (you may smell a "yeasty" odor). It's good for the pearl sugars to soften and break down, that's what helps the waffles cook and caramelize, but if they soften too much, the waffles won't have the right taste.
· How do I store Waffle Love dough balls? Put them in the fridge as soon as you can in a closed container. We don’t want them to start proofing before you are ready to use them. Remember to take them out about 1 hour before cooking so they can rise. If you are freezing your dough balls, you may need to take them out 3-4 hours before cooking.
· Can I freeze Waffle Love dough balls? We’ve tested freezing our waffle dough for up to 2 weeks, and we noticed NO change in taste! Our dough has yeast in it, so freezing may kill the yeast. We recommend freezing for short periods of time; the longer you freeze the dough, the more the taste will be affected!
· Can you cook Waffle Love dough balls on any waffle maker? Yes! Just make sure to clean it well afterward.* If your waffle maker has deeper grooves, your waffles will be more similar to the way we cook ours. If your waffle maker has shallower grooves, your waffle will be thinner--- but still mouth-wateringly delicious.
· How do I prevent the sugar pearls from being rock hard when I cook the waffles? The sugar pearls are most likely too hard because the dough did not PROOF, or rise, enough. The dough balls should basically double in size, and be very soft and full of air before you put them on your waffle maker. The proofing process for this recipe helps the Belgian sugar pearls soften before you cook them.
· How do I clean my waffle iron so the caramelized sugar doesn't harden between the grooves?* As explained in the footnote below, keep your waffle maker plugged in when you clean it! Do NOT turn it off and allow it to cool. If the sugar hardens, it will be very difficult to remove. Feel free to scrape away excess caramelized sugar in-between wafflings to keep the sugar build-up to a minimum. PLEASE NOTE: The melted sugar between the grooves of the waffle iron is what provides the waffle with its delicious glaze, so make sure to keep enough for the flavor while you cook!
· Is the Gluten Friendly fully Gluten-Free if I use my own iron? No, it’s not. Our Gluten Friendly dough always has a chance of cross-contamination because it is made in the same kitchen as our regular dough.
(*Please note that due to the extra sugary goodness, the caramelization process that will occur may require you to thoroughly oil or butter your waffle maker beforehand. Our waffles have Belgian pearl sugar in the dough balls as one of the ingredients, meaning there will be a build-up of melted sugar in the grooves of your waffle maker during the cooking process. The melted sugar will help coat each waffle with a delicious glaze, but we advise, after cooking, to keep your waffle maker plugged in and hot so that the sugar doesn’t harden, and take a dry rag to clean between the grooves. If the melted sugar/caramel is allowed to harden, it will be very difficult to remove!)
It all started when…
The Prince-Bishop of Liege, Belgium, asked his beloved chef to create something pastry-like using a new kind of “pearl sugar” (or so the legend goes). The chef, wanting to please his royal master, experimented with various ingredients until he came up with a perfect waffle recipe.
The secret to the unique taste and texture of Liege waffles lies in the dough. Unlike regular waffles made with a batter, Liege waffles are made from a yeasted dough. The dough is enriched with butter, eggs, and sugar, giving it a soft and fluffy interior.
What sets Liege waffles apart is the inclusion of pearl sugar. These small chunks of sugar are mixed into the dough. When the waffles are cooked on a hot griddle, the sugar caramelizes, creating pockets of sweetness and a delightful crunch.
Today, Liege waffles can be found in many countries around the world. They have become a staple in breakfast menus, dessert parlors, and food festivals. And one of those places you can find this delectable sweet waffle — is Waffle Love.