PECAN WAFFLES WITH SAUTEED PINEAPPLE

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Categories     Milk/Cream     Breakfast     Brunch     Kid-Friendly     Pineapple     Pecan     Gourmet     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

For waffles
1 (1/4-oz) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
1/4 cup warm water (105-115°F)
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar
6 large eggs
1 qt well-shaken buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil plus additional for brushing waffle iron
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups pecans (6 oz), toasted , then 1 cup finely chopped and 1/2 cup coarsely chopped
For pineapple topping
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 vanilla bean
1 pineapple (preferably labeled "extra sweet"), peeled (reserving rind for syrup , cut into 8 wedges, cored, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
Accompaniment: vanilla brown sugar syrup
Special Equipment
a waffle iron (preferably Belgian-style)

Steps:

  • Make waffle batter:
  • Stir together yeast, warm water, and 1 teaspoon sugar in a small bowl and let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. (If mixture doesn't foam, discard and start over with new yeast.)
  • Whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and oil. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar into a large bowl. Add egg mixture and whisk until combined but still lumpy. Add yeast mixture and whisk until combined but still lumpy. Chill batter, covered, at least 8 hours. Bring batter to room temperature, then stir in 1 cup finely chopped pecans.
  • Prepare pineapple topping while batter comes to room temperature:
  • Melt butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over low heat and scrape seeds from vanilla bean into butter (save pod for another use). Increase heat to moderately high, then cook pineapple, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 8 to 10 minutes. Keep warm, covered.
  • Cook waffles:
  • Preheat oven to 250°F and preheat waffle iron.
  • Brush waffle iron lightly with vegetable oil and spoon batter into iron, using about 1 1/2 cups for 4 (4-inch) square Belgian waffles and spreading evenly. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions, then transfer directly onto oven rack to keep warm. (Don't stack waffles; they will stay crisp if kept in 1 layer.)
  • Serve waffles topped with pineapple and sprinkled with remaining 1/2 cup (coarsely chopped) pecans.

John J. Hofford
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I made these waffles for my family and they loved them! The waffles were cooked perfectly and the pineapple topping was a hit. I will definitely be making these again.


XxYourLocalRatQueenXx
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These waffles were a bit too dense for my taste, but the pineapple topping was delicious. I might try making them again with a different waffle recipe.


A Salman
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I've been looking for a good pecan waffle recipe and this one is it! The waffles were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the pineapple topping was a great addition.


Slyvia Nakiganda
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This recipe is a keeper! The waffles were light and fluffy, and the pineapple topping was the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Kimberly Dorsey
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The waffles were bland and the pineapple topping was too sweet. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Uiook
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I had some trouble getting the waffles to cook evenly. Some parts were overcooked while others were still undercooked.


DreAnyWeather Sports
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These waffles were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the pineapple topping was delicious. I might try making them again with less sugar.


Yaseen Jann
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I'm not a huge fan of waffles, but these were actually pretty good. The pineapple topping was especially nice.


rikaitul Islam
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I was a bit skeptical about the pineapple topping, but it was actually really good. It added a nice tropical flavor to the waffles.


Jessicasamson Kera
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These waffles were easy to make and turned out great! I used fresh pineapple and it made all the difference.


Kailash Pandit
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I've tried many waffle recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the pineapple topping is a great way to add some sweetness and acidity.


Donna Linardo
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I made these waffles for breakfast this morning and they were a hit! The waffles were light and fluffy, and the pineapple topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again.


cynthia kasujja
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These waffles were delicious! The pineapple topping was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.