Caprese Waffles
Caprese salad is an iconic Italian dish that offers the perfect balance of tomato, mozzarella, and basil. Simple yet elegant, it embodies the colors and flavors of Italy, first served on the island of Capri in the 1950s. In this recipe, we place this classic combination on a crispy waffle, providing the perfect base for the salty, soft mozzarella and fragrant fresh basil. If you love Italian cuisine and light, fresh food, you should definitely try this waffle!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Slice the tomatoes thinly and drain the mozzarella before slicing it as well.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
3
In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter. Mix well.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until you have a smooth batter.
5
Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
6
Pour a portion of batter onto the waffle iron and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown.
7
Let the cooked waffles cool for a few minutes, then top with the sliced tomatoes and mozzarella.
8
Drizzle with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
9
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with freshly ground black pepper and extra olive oil.
