The experience of visiting a new city brings with it the opportunity to delight in new flavors. So before your next trip to Brussels, you should not miss the opportunity to discover the history of the waffle, one of the most popular sweets.
Also known as waffles, this crispy dough cookie has its origins in the Middle Ages, when the wafers served in religious offerings were prepared on plates.
But the truth is that the popularity that this dessert gained in Europe was due to Thomas Jefferson. In the 18th century, the American was responsible for bringing the first waffle iron, a hot iron plate that gave the dessert its characteristic shape.
From that moment on, each country incorporated it into its gastronomy with its own recipe. In the case of the United States, they use another type of yeast that makes the waffles thinner and denser. While in Hong Kong the waffle shape is circular instead of lattice.
Although the waffle is a sweet that is enjoyed throughout Belgium, each region has its own way of preparing it. In Brussels the most famous is the Brussels waffle, while in Liège you will find the original Liège waffle.
This is because that is where the original recipe for this waffle originated, which has a little chocolate or jam or can even be served alone. In this way, it is demonstrated that its essence is in the dough and not in its seasoning.
Another difference between the Brussels and Liège waffles is that the former is larger and rectangular in shape. While the second one has rounded edges and is slightly smaller.
In addition, the flavor of each waffle is different. In the case of the Liège waffle, its dough is sweet and has a crunchy texture thanks to the way the sugar is mixed. On the other hand, Brussels sprouts are lighter and less sweet, and sugar is sprinkled on top as a finishing touch.
Considering these details, it is clear that Belgium has a wide gastronomic offer for visitors to enjoy on their next trip. There will be waffles for all tastes!
Surely after the visit to Belgium many will be left with the desire to return to eat the delicious waffles. Therefore, with this recipe to prepare authentic Brussels sponge waffles you can recreate the preparation at home.
First dissolve yeast in warm water and beat an egg white until stiff. Then, sieve the flour into a bowl leaving a hole in the center, where the dissolved yeast is placed and mixed with the flour.
The next step is to beat warm milk and egg yolks and then add the melted butter, egg whites, vanilla sugar and salt. Once ready, the dough is left to rise in a warm place until it doubles in size.
Finally, place the batter in the waffle iron until the waffles are ready. When serving, they can be sprinkled with sugar or decorated with chocolate.
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