Soft Long-Lasting Boudoir & Chocolate Chip Waffles

Instrucciones

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   Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's directions. If it has a temperature setting, medium–high is good for a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.

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   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. The cornstarch is my little trick — it makes the crumb so tender and helps them stay soft longer.

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   In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk (or thinned yogurt), eggs, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla until smooth.

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   Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until mostly combined — a few small lumps are fine. Overmixing wakes up the gluten and makes waffles chewy; be gentle, dear.

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   Fold in the crushed boudoir pieces and chocolate chips. The boudoir bits should be in small chunks so they soften into the batter and create that pillowy texture.

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   Let the batter rest 5 minutes. This relaxes the flour and gives the baking powder a head start — another small secret for a tender waffle.

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   Lightly oil or spray the waffle iron. Cook waffles according to your iron’s instructions until golden. For softer waffles, remove just as steam slows (don’t wait until they're rock-hard). Brush very lightly with melted butter if you like the flavor.

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   To store for softness: cool on a rack for 5–10 minutes, then place in an airtight container or zip-top bag. If stacking, put parchment between waffles. They keep soft in the fridge for 3–4 days.

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   To reheat and revive softness: wrap waffles singly in paper towel and microwave 20–30 seconds, or reheat in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 6–8 minutes wrapped loosely in foil. A quick 10–15 second zap after oven warming restores a touch of steam and tenderness.

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    Freezing: freeze in a single layer on a tray until solid, then transfer to a bag. Reheat from frozen in a 350°F (175°C) oven 10–12 minutes (foil-wrapped first 6 minutes if you prefer extra softness), or toast gently and finish with a 10–15 second microwave touch.