Overnight Refrigerator Waffles with Dutch Honey
Transform your breakfast routine with these irresistible Overnight Refrigerator Waffles with Dutch Honey—a recipe that pairs golden, crisp waffles with a luscious homemade syrup for the ultimate morning treat. Perfectly fermented overnight, the yeast-based batter develops rich, complex flavors that take these waffles to gourmet levels. The fluffy yet crisp waffles are complemented by the Dutch honey syrup, a decadent blend of brown sugar, honey, heavy cream, and butter that simmers into a velvety, caramel-like topping. With minimal prep the night before, this recipe offers a stress-free way to wow your family or guests. Whether you’re hosting brunch or indulging in a weekend breakfast, these waffles are sure to impress and pair beautifully with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of nuts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing waffle iron)
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Honey
- 2 tablespoons Butter (for Dutch honey syrup)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Gradually whisk in the milk and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours). The batter will ferment and develop flavor during this time.
The next morning, whisk the eggs and vanilla extract into the fermented batter until fully incorporated.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it with butter.
Pour the batter into the waffle iron (about 1/2 cup per waffle, depending on the size of your waffle iron) and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
While the waffles cook, make the Dutch honey syrup. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, honey, and butter.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the syrup thickens slightly.
Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. The syrup will thicken further as it cools.
Serve the waffles hot with a generous drizzle of Dutch honey syrup and additional butter if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 182.4 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.9 g | 550% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 841 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 1426 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 451.2 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 264.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
