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    Earl Grey Waffles with Mixed Berries

    Published: Sep 18, 2022 by Michelle · 7 Comments

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    This recipe for Earl Grey Waffles features a tea-infused waffle batter that cooks up light, fluffy and crisp. Serve the fresh waffles with mixed berries for the perfect morning breakfast.

    Earl grey waffle on a white plate, piled with mixed berries and whipped cream.

    What is Earl Grey tea?

    Earl Grey tea is a black tea flavoured with bergamot oil.

    If you love Earl Grey tea, I've got many recipes using this fragrant tea:

    Earl Grey Nama Chocolate (Melty Kiss)

    Raspberry White Chocolate Earl Grey Scones

    Fluffy Earl Grey Pancakes

    Blackberry Earl Grey Cream Roll Cake

    Earl Grey Bergamot Loaf

    Raspberry Earl Grey Cream Puffs

    Why you'll love this recipe

    This recipe is simple to make and does not require separating eggs.

    Nor does it require a stand mixer to whisk egg whites to stiff peaks.

    There is a key ingredient that I add to the waffle batter that gives them their crispy exterior.

    The waffles have a delicious flavor and aroma from the tea-infused batter.

    Ingredients you'll need

    • whole milk: or non-dairy alternative
    • Earl Grey tea: you can use tea bags or tea leaves; if using loose leaf tea, grind them in a coffee grinder so they're finer
    • all-purpose flour: regular flour will work here
    • potato starch: helps to keep the waffles light and crisp; you can substitute with cornstarch
    • baking powder: acts as a leavener to make the waffles fluffy
    • baking soda: another leavener that reacts with an acid to produce fluffiness in the waffles
    • fine sea salt: balances out the sweetness
    • large egg
    • melted butter: or neutral vegetable oil; helps to crisp up the waffles
    • culinary bergamot oil: optional; or you can use freshly grated orange zest
    • vanilla extract: use a pure vanilla extract for the best flavour
    • granulated sugar: adds sweetness; you can use any sweetener you like

    Earl grey waffle on a white plate, piled with mixed berries and whipped cream.

    How to make the waffles

    In a heat-safe mug, warm the milk and add in the Earl Grey tea bags/tea leaves. Leave to steep for about 5 minutes and then let cool to room temperature.

    Strain out the tea leaves/tea bags from the milk tea. Set aside.

    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, potato starch, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.

    In a separate bowl, combine eggs, butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and give it a whisk.

    Pour the Earl Grey milk tea into the egg mixture while whisking. (Note: If you like the flecks of Earl Grey tea in the waffles, you can add the finely ground tea to the batter).

    Add the flour mixture into the wet mixture and mix with a spatula until just combined (with a few lumps).

    Heat waffle maker/waffle iron to medium-high heat.

    Add about ¼ C batter to each well and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.

    How to serve

    Serve the waffles with fresh mixed berries (eg. raspberries, strawberries, blackberries or blueberries), maple syrup and a dollop of whipped cream.

    Or try it with:

    Rhubarb Strawberry Compote

    Raspberry Rose Compote

    Cherry Pie Filling

    If you're feeling decadent, try it with a scoop of No-Churn Earl Grey Ice Cream.

    Don't forget to enjoy the waffles with Lavender Earl Grey Tea Latte/London Fog or Cold Brew Coffee.

    How to store & reheat

    Store the cooled waffles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day.

    Freeze the waffles for up to 3 months.

    To reheat, pop the waffles into the toaster oven from frozen and heat until warmed and crisp on the outside.

    You can also microwave the frozen waffles first and then pop them into the toaster to help speed up the heating process.

    Expert tips & troubleshooting

    Why is the waffle batter not thick?

    This waffle batter uses baking soda in combination with baking powder which produces gas and air bubbles when it hits the heat, so don't worry if the batter looks a little on the runny side.

    My waffles are chewy.

    It is possible that you overmixed the waffle batter, producing too much gluten in the mixture.

    Fold the batter with a spatula until just incorporated -- it's OK to have a few lumps.

    Why are my waffles so soft?

    Waffles do have a short-lived timeframe from when they are crispy to when they become soft.

    Tips:

    • use a higher heat on the waffle iron
    • brush oil on the waffle iron
    • add a little more oil or melted butter to the batter
    • add more potato starch for crispier waffles

    You can also keep the waffles in a 300F oven while you are making them, to help them stay crisp.

    Can I omit adding the Earl Grey tea leaves into the batter?

    Yes, if you don't want the flecks of Earl Grey in the waffles, you can leave it out.

    Other breakfast recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out these recipes:

    Fluffy Earl Grey Pancakes

    Matcha Waffles

    Hodugwaja-Inspired Chestnut Black Sesame Waffles

    Sourdough Liege Waffles

    Pumpkin Waffles

    Pandan Mochi Waffles

    Let me know if you try out this recipe for Earl Grey Waffles with Mixed Berries -- tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!

    Earl grey waffle on a white plate, piled with mixed berries and whipped cream.

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    5 from 5 votes

    Earl Grey Waffles with Mixed Berries

    This recipe for Earl Grey Waffles features a tea-infused waffle batter that cooks up light, fluffy and crisp. Serve the fresh waffles with mixed berries for the perfect morning breakfast.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch
    Cuisine: American, British
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 241kcal
    Author: Michelle

    Equipment

    • waffle maker/waffle iron

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 1 C whole milk
    • 2 bags Earl Grey tea or 2 tablespoon loose leaf tea
    • 1 C all-purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoon potato starch or cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 tablespoon melted butter or neutral vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon culinary bergamot oil or orange zest
    • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar

    Garnish:

    • fresh berries
    • maple syrup
    • whipped cream
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    Instructions

    • In a heat-safe mug, warm the milk and add in the Earl Grey tea bags/tea leaves. Leave to steep for about 5 minutes and then let cool to room temperature.
    • Strain out the tea leaves/tea bags from the milk tea. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, potato starch, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
    • In a separate bowl, combine eggs, butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract and give it a whisk.
    • Pour the Earl Grey milk tea into the egg mixture while whisking. (Note: If you like the flecks of Earl Grey tea in the waffles, you can add the finely ground tea to the batter).
    • Add the flour mixture into the wet mixture and mix with a spatula until just combined (with a few lumps).
    • Heat waffle maker/waffle iron to medium-high heat.
    • Add about ¼ C batter to each well and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.
    • Serve the waffles with fresh mixed berries and a dollop of whipped cream.
    • You can also serve them with maple syrup, honey, butter, or powdered sugar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 317mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 253IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 2mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Ben | Havocinthekitchen

      September 21, 2022 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      I love earl grey infused recipes, so these waffles sound terrific to me!

      Reply
    2. Matt

      September 23, 2022 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      I’ve made waffles with Matcha tea and breakfast bread with chamomile. I can vouch and say teas can add amazing flavor!

      Reply
    3. Jamie

      September 24, 2022 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      I can really taste the earl grey flavor in these waffles! This was a delicious breakfast, thank you!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        September 24, 2022 at 8:31 pm

        Thanks for giving the recipe a try, Jamie! 🙂

    4. Tayler

      November 23, 2022 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      I made these waffles for breakfast this morning and that earl grey flavor is out of this world delicious! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        November 23, 2022 at 2:25 pm

        Thanks for your comment, Tayler! Glad to hear you enjoyed it 🙂

    5. Jess

      January 09, 2023 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      The mixed berries are the perfect topping for these waffles!

      Reply

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