Apple Walnut Waffles
Super Easy Apple Walnut Waffles Using Hotcake Mix!
Today, we’re making delightful waffles by adding chopped apples to a simple hotcake mix batter. These waffles turn out incredibly soft and fluffy, quite different from traditional waffle batter. They have a delightful texture reminiscent of ‘Bungeoppang’ (fish-shaped bread) – crispy on the outside yet wonderfully tender inside. Each bite offers a unique sensation of crispiness followed by a soft, airy chew. Enjoy this special treat!
Main Ingredients- Hotcake mix 2 paper cups
- Milk 2/3 paper cup
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 apple
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the hotcake batter that will form the base of our waffles. In a large bowl, combine 2 paper cups of hotcake mix, 2/3 paper cup of milk, and 1 large egg. Whisk thoroughly until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps. While the hotcake mix package usually provides instructions, we found the ratio of 2 cups mix, 2/3 cup milk, and 1 egg yields the most delicious batter consistency for this recipe. If the batter seems too thick, add a little more milk; if it’s too thin, add a bit more hotcake mix.
Step 2
Now, let’s prepare the ingredient that will add a lovely apple flavor. Peel the 1/2 apple, remove the core, and then finely dice it. Aim for small, uniform pieces, about 0.5 cm in size, as larger chunks may take longer to cook or not mix evenly into the batter.
Step 3
Add the diced apple and 2 tablespoons of chopped walnuts to the prepared hotcake batter. Stir gently until everything is well combined and evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Step 4
To enhance the apple waffle’s aroma and flavor, let’s add a touch of ground cinnamon. Stir in 1/3 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and mix lightly. You can omit the cinnamon if you’re not a fan, but it pairs beautifully with apples, so we highly recommend adding it if possible.
Step 5
It’s time to preheat your waffle iron and cook the batter! Gently heat the waffle iron over medium heat. Lightly greasing the iron with oil or butter can help prevent the batter from sticking. Pour the prepared batter into the preheated waffle iron. While you could make these as pancakes on a griddle, using a waffle iron gives them a more special texture.
Step 6
Close the lid of the waffle iron and cook for about 3-5 minutes, flipping as needed, until golden brown. Cooking over medium heat allows the waffles to cook through evenly without burning on the outside. Once they’re golden and crisp, your delicious Apple Walnut Waffles are ready! They are best enjoyed warm.
