Hey there, have you ever tried making Homemade Stroopwafels? Let me tell you, these sweet treats are a delight that always brings smiles to my family’s faces. The aroma of freshly baked waffles filled with gooey caramel is simply irresistible. Today, I’ll share my favorite recipe with you, so get ready to indulge in some homemade goodness!
Why You’ll Love This
I make these Stroopwafels when I want to treat myself to a little taste of heaven. My family goes crazy for this because, well, who wouldn’t love the combination of crispy waffles and sticky caramel oozing out with every bite? It’s like a warm hug for your taste buds!
For this recipe, you’ll need some basic ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon. Don’t worry if you’re missing something; you can always get creative with substitutions. I sometimes use honey instead of sugar for a different flavor twist, and it works just as well!
Directions
Start by mixing the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and cinnamon in a bowl until you have a smooth dough. Let it rest for a while to let the flavors meld together. Meanwhile, prepare the caramel filling by simmering sugar, butter, and syrup until it’s thick and luscious.
Now comes the fun part—rolling out the dough and cooking it in a hot waffle iron until golden brown and crisp. Spread a generous amount of caramel between two waffle layers and press gently to seal the edges. Voila! Your Homemade Stroopwafels are ready to be devoured!
Notes
Through trial and error, I’ve learned that getting the waffles just the right shade of golden brown is crucial for that perfect crunch. Don’t rush this step; patience is key. Also, don’t be alarmed if the caramel bubbles out a bit while assembling the stroopwafels; it adds to the homemade charm!
Storage-wise, though these stroopwafels can be kept in an airtight container, in my house, they never last more than a day! The freshness is part of the charm, so I always recommend enjoying them the same day you make them.
When serving, I love to pair these warm stroopwafels with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. The contrast of temperatures and flavors is pure bliss, trust me!
Homemade Stroopwafels Recipe
Enjoy the delightful combination of crispy waffles filled with gooey caramel in this Homemade Stroopwafels recipe. Perfect for a sweet treat that will bring smiles to your family’s faces!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup sugar (for caramel filling)
- 1 cup butter (for caramel filling)
- 1/2 cup syrup (for caramel filling)
Directions
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In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, softened butter, eggs, and cinnamon to form a smooth dough. Allow it to rest.
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Simmer sugar, butter, and syrup in a saucepan until a thick caramel filling forms.
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Roll out the dough and cook in a hot waffle iron until golden brown and crisp.
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Spread caramel between two waffle layers, press gently to seal, and enjoy!