Belgian Sugar Waffles
Sweet and crispy Belgian sugar waffles are a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 250 F; heat a waffle iron and prepare a baking sheet with a rack.
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Whisk 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 1 3/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1/2 cup warm water or scaled milk; let stand until foamy for 5 minutes.
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Combine 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, then gradually stir in the foamy yeast mixture until shaggy.
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Using an electric mixer, beat in 3 large eggs one at a time until combined.
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Mix in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, then gradually add 1 cup melted butter, mixing until smooth and emulsified (about 1 minute).
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Cover the batter and let it rise for 1 hour.
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Just before cooking, fold 1 cup pearl sugar into the batter.
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Spoon about 2 tablespoons of batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
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Transfer cooked waffles to the prepared baking sheet and keep warm in the oven until serving.