RCI-BR.008.0219.001
Watson Estate Date Waffles
Purchased from the Watson Estate in McKinney, Texas in 1991. Dated 1931. Notation on card said this was served every Sunday (with variations) for over 30 years in Grandpa Jack’s house.
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- 2 cups
- 4 teaspoons
- ½ teaspoon
- 2 unit
- 1-1/4 cups
- 1/3 cup
- chopped dates dredged in 2 tablespoons flour1 cup
Method
1
Preheat the waffle iron to medium-high heat.
2
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
3
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add milk and melted butter, whisking until smooth.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
1 minutes
5
Gently fold the floured chopped dates into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
6
Lightly grease the waffle iron and pour ¾ cup batter into the center, spreading slightly.
4 minutes
7
Close the lid and cook until the waffle is golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3–4 minutes.
4 minutes
8
Transfer the cooked waffle to a serving plate and repeat with remaining batter, greasing the iron between batches as needed.
9
Serve the waffles warm with butter, syrup, or desired toppings.