I created this waffle recipe to recapture the memorable tropical tastes we enjoyed while visiting Hawaii. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Ingredients
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- waffles:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
- Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
- Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.
