Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles (Printable)
Golden lemon and poppy seed waffles topped with tangy blueberry syrup, perfect for a bright morning meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ For the Waffles
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp poppy seeds
03 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - 2 tsp baking powder
05 - ½ tsp baking soda
06 - ¼ tsp salt
07 - 1 ½ cups whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - Zest of 2 lemons
11 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ For the Blueberry Syrup
13 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
14 - ½ cup water
15 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
16 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp cold water (optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour about ½ to ¾ cup batter per waffle onto the hot iron and cook until golden and crisp, approximately 4-5 minutes per waffle.
06 - While waffles cook, combine blueberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until berries burst and syrup thickens, about 6-8 minutes. For thicker consistency, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1-2 additional minutes.
07 - Serve waffles immediately, topped generously with warm blueberry syrup.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The blueberry syrup transforms into a stunning deep purple thats almost too pretty to eat
- Lemon and poppy seeds create that perfect diner style texture you crave
02 -
- Overmixed batter makes tough waffles, so stop stirring when you still see small lumps
- The waffles are ready when they stop steaming heavily and feel crisp to the touch
03 -
- Separate your eggs and fold in beaten whites for extra fluffy waffles
- Let the batter rest for 10 minutes before cooking for even better texture