Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles with Blueberry Sauce
If you enjoy the classic combination of lemon and poppy seeds, which stars in so many magnificent muffins and cakes, then you are going to love these easy lemon poppy seed waffles with blueberry sauce. The striking contrast between warm blueberry sauce and golden waffles laced with lemon and poppy seeds makes a deliciously show-stopping presentation. And when you add a generous dollop of whipped cream on top, these waffles are elevated to the sublime. They make a truly wonderful way to celebrate the bounty of summer at your breakfast or brunch table.
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 3 large eggs
- 1¼ cups buttermilk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
Blueberry Topping
- 4 cups blueberries
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Prepare the Lemon Poppy Seed Waffle Batter
- Whisk together all the dry ingredients, including the poppy seeds, in a large bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and lemon zest.
- Add the buttermilk mixture all at once to the flour mixture, and then mix until just blended. Let the batter stand for 15 minutes.
Prepare the Blueberry Sauce
- Place the blueberries in a small heavy saucepan. (If frozen, no need to thaw first.) Then add the sugar, cornstarch, and fresh lemon juice.
- Slowly bring the berry mixture to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring gently while the sugar dissolves and the blueberries begin to release their juice. Then adjust the heat down to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly and become dark and glossy, about 10 minutes. (You can adjust the flavor with a bit more sugar or lemon juice at this point, if necessary.)
Cook the Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles
- Preheat the waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Spoon the batter onto the iron, close, and cook until golden. Transfer the waffle to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve immediately with warm blueberry sauce poured over the top. (I also highly recommend a generous dollop of whipped cream!)