Crisp Dutch Stroopwafels with Caramel Drizzle

Name: Crisp Dutch Stroopwafels with Caramel Drizzle
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 12 stroopwafels
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon active dry yeast; 1/4 cup warm milk; 2 large eggs; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar; 1 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup dark corn syrup; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 cup prepared caramel; 2 tablespoons water

Dutch Delights with a Gooey Twist

Delight in these crisp Dutch stroopwafels filled with a luscious homemade caramel, perfect for any time of day.

1 h 30 min
12 stroopwafels
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Waffle Dough

1 cup unsalted butter

melted

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon active dry yeast

1/4 cup warm milk

2 large eggs

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Filling

1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar

1 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup dark corn syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/8 teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Drizzle

1 cup prepared caramel

2 tablespoons water

Preparation

Preparing the Waffle Dough

Dissolve Yeast

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix butter, sugar, eggs, and the yeast mixture.

Form the Dough

Gradually add flour and salt, kneading to form a smooth dough. Let rise for 45 minutes.

To achieve the perfect texture, ensure your waffle iron is at the right temperature before starting.

Making the Caramel Filling

Combine and Cook

In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup and cook over medium heat, stirring until butter melts.

Be cautious of the hot sugar mixture; it can cause burns!

Simmer

Allow to simmer for 5 minutes.

Add Flavor

Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Use a thermometer to ensure the caramel reaches 240°F for optimal consistency.

Cooking Process

Waffle Making

Divide dough into small balls and press in a pre-heated waffle iron until golden and crisp.

Cutting

While still warm, carefully split each waffle into two thin waffles.

Filling

Spread caramel filling onto one half and sandwich with the other.

Plating & Serving