Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles Blueberry (Printable Version)
Golden waffles with lemon zest and poppy seeds served alongside a luscious blueberry compote.
# What You Need:
→ For the Waffles
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 1 tbsp poppy seeds
04 - 2 tsp baking powder
05 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
10 - 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
11 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
→ For the Blueberry Compote
13 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
14 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
15 - 2 tbsp water
16 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
17 - 1 tsp lemon zest
# How-To:
01 - Combine blueberries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries release juices and mixture thickens, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
02 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
03 - Whisk together flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
04 - Whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in another bowl until well combined.
05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
06 - Lightly grease waffle iron. Pour batter onto hot iron (about 1/2–3/4 cup per waffle, depending on size), spreading evenly. Cook until golden and crisp, about 4–5 minutes each.
07 - Serve waffles warm, topped generously with blueberry compote.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The lemon cuts through the richness of a waffle in the most refreshing way
- Poppy seeds add this tiny crunch that makes every bite interesting
- Blueberry compote turns ordinary breakfast into something you would order at a restaurant
02 -
- Cold milk prevents your melted butter from solidifying into tiny droplets
- Letting the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking makes fluffier waffles
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and create better texture
- A light dusting of powdered sugar right before serving makes these look bakery worthy