Homemade Stroopwafels

 

Homemade Stroopwafels

(A classic Dutch treat—thin, crisp waffle cookies filled with a rich, caramel-like syrup!)

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Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (7g) instant yeast
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup (60ml) warm milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Stroop (Caramel Syrup Filling):

• ½ cup (100g) brown sugar
• ½ cup (120ml) dark corn syrup or Dutch syrup (stroop)
• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

1. Make the Dough:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, yeast, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
2. Add melted butter, warm milk, egg, and vanilla. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until slightly puffy.

2. Make the Syrup Filling:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup.
2. Stir continuously for 5 minutes until thickened.
3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and cinnamon, then let cool slightly.

3. Cook the Waffles:

1. Preheat a stroopwafel iron or thin waffle maker.
2. Divide dough into 12 balls.
3. Flatten a ball and cook for 1–2 minutes until golden brown.

4. Assemble the Stroopwafels:

1. While warm, carefully slice each waffle horizontally into two thin layers.
2. Spread caramel filling on one half, then place the other half on top.
3. Press gently and let cool.

5. Serve & Enjoy:

• Enjoy warm with coffee or tea!
• Optional: Dip edges in chocolate or sprinkle with powdered sugar.

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Why This Version Stands Out?

✅ Authentic Dutch flavor—crispy waffles + gooey caramel!
✅ Homemade & fresh—better than store-bought.
✅ Perfect with coffee—place on top of a hot mug to warm the filling!

Would you like a spiced version with nutmeg and cardamom? 😊🍪☕

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