Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles | Baking With Josh & Ange

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free, while water can be used for a lighter batter.

Mix together 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.

In another bowl, mix 2 large eggs and 1 cup buttermilk together.

Add 2 tablespoons coconut oil and 2 tablespoons golden syrup to the egg and buttermilk mixture.

Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 2 teaspoons lemon zest.

Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon poppy seeds to the batter and mix gently.

Preheat the waffle maker and pour about 1/2 cup of batter into it, spreading it around a bit.

Close the waffle maker and wait for the waffle to cook until done.

Once cooked, carefully remove the waffle and serve with powdered sugar and maple syrup.

Cooking Techniques

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