Save It Start your morning with these Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Waffles, a perfect balance of tangy sourdough and bright citrus. These golden waffles feature a delightful crunch, complemented by the sweet pop of fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon zest, making them a sophisticated upgrade to your breakfast routine.
Save It What truly elevates this dish is the luscious maple yogurt. By mixing thick Greek yogurt with pure maple syrup, you create a tangy-sweet topping that ties the lemon and blueberry flavors together beautifully.
Ingredients
- Waffle Batter
- 1 cup (240 g) active sourdough starter (unfed/discard or fed)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries
- Maple Yogurt
- 1 cup (240 g) Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- To Serve
- Extra blueberries
- Additional maple syrup
- Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, milk, and flour until mostly smooth. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 2
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Step 3
- Add the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the rested batter. Stir in the egg mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- Step 4
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Step 5
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturers instructions and lightly grease if needed.
- Step 6
- Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron (about ½ to ¾ cup per waffle, depending on your iron). Cook until golden brown and crisp, 4–5 minutes per batch.
- Step 7
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt and maple syrup until smooth.
- Step 8
- Serve warm waffles topped with maple yogurt, extra blueberries, and a drizzle of maple syrup. Garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For the ultimate crunch, place your cooked waffles in a single layer on a wire rack in a low oven (200°F/95°C). This prevents them from becoming soggy while you finish the rest of the batch.
Varianten und Anpassungen
If fresh berries aren't available, frozen blueberries work perfectly; just toss them lightly in flour before folding them in to prevent the batter from turning blue. You can also swap the maple syrup in the yogurt for honey or agave nectar depending on your preference.
Serviervorschläge
Turn this into a full brunch experience by pairing the waffles with a chilled glass of Prosecco or a bright, citrusy herbal tea. The carbonation or herbal notes complement the lemon zest beautifully.
Save It These Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Waffles are a true celebration of breakfast flavors. With their golden exterior and bursting berry centers, they offer a sophisticated and satisfying start to any day.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What makes sourdough waffles unique compared to regular ones?
Sourdough starter adds a subtle tang and depth to the waffles, resulting in a tender texture and complex flavor unlike traditional batter.
- → How can I keep the waffles crisp after cooking?
Place cooked waffles in a single layer on a wire rack in a low oven (around 200°F/95°C) to maintain crispness while finishing the batch.
- → Can frozen blueberries be used in the batter?
Yes, toss frozen blueberries lightly in flour before folding into the batter to prevent color bleeding and uneven distribution.
- → How is the maple yogurt topping prepared?
Simply mix Greek yogurt with pure maple syrup until smooth for a creamy, sweet topping that balances the waffles’ tartness.
- → Are there alternative syrups to maple for the yogurt?
Honey or agave syrup can be used as substitutes if you prefer different sweetness profiles or lack maple syrup.
