Liege Waffles (Belgian Pearl Sugar Waffles)
Rich, chewy yeasted waffles studded with pearl sugar that caramelises into a crisp, sweet crust.
- Time2 hr
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.51 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the flour, yeast, caster sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add the milk, eggs and vanilla and beat to a thick, sticky dough.
- 2
Add the soft butter a little at a time, beating or kneading until it is fully worked in and the dough is glossy and soft. This takes about 8 minutes.
- 3
Cover and leave in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled.
60 min - 4
Knead in the pearl sugar gently, just until spread through. Divide into 8 balls and rest for 10 minutes.
10 min - 5
Heat your waffle iron on a medium setting. Cook one ball at a time for 3 to 4 minutes, until deep golden. The sugar will melt and caramelise, so wipe the plates between waffles.
3 min 30 s - 6
Cool for a minute on a rack, as the sugar is very hot. Eat warm, plain or with berries.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
