Blueberry Orange Waffles are light & fluffy and easy to make. These delicious brunch waffles are perfect with warm vanilla syrup. A quick and easy breakfast!
We currently have a bit of an obsession going on over here…..and no, it’s not with waffles. It’s with those tiny little mints and candies called Ice Breakers. They’re all my kids can think about!
Or at least it feels that way to me. They talk about them incessantly (“EVERYONE has them, Mom…..”) and look for opportunities to buy them (“I’ll use my OWN money!!”) And on the rare occasion they happen to find an unclaimed container of them laying around the house…..well…..it’s like they hit the jackpot!
Now. Clearly there are worse things my kids could be obsessed with. Tiny little mints do not need to be high on my list. But here’s the deal. They’re kind of expensive…..and my kids end up going through them like nobody’s business…..and, call me crazy, but I don’t really love the idea of them having their own little stash of candies/mints/whatchamacallits at their disposal. (Does that make me a control freak?)
Blueberry Orange Waffles
See, in my ideal world, my kids would be obsessed with only wholesome things…..like these Blueberry Orange Waffles and other such breakfast treats. And I would be able to say things like, “Don’t you think that sweet breakfast was treat enough?” and they would agree….and when we went to the store, they’d be interested in things like books and flashcards and math games, instead of Ice Breakers. Ha! Do I sound like enough of a crazy person yet?
I know I can’t control their interests (obsessions) now or ever….but what I can do is make delicious breakfasts. And these Blueberry Orange Waffles are just that. The rest? That’s up to them.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 c. flour
- 1 Tbsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 c. milk
- 3/4 c. orange juice
- 1/2 c. oil
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- zest of 1 orange
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
- For syrup:
- 1/2 c. maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp. vanilla
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks slightly. Stir in milk, orange juice, oil, vanilla, and orange zest.
- Add egg yolk mixture to dry mixture and stir just until moistened.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold egg whites into other mixture, leaving a few white streaks. Do not overmix!
- Pour batter onto a preheated, greased waffle maker.
- Top with fresh blueberries and warm vanilla maple syrup.
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Oh my gosh, when I was in elementary school those Ice Breaker mints were popular too! The sour ones (which I don’t think they even make anymore) were all the rage, and it seemed like everyone in my 6th grade class had a pack hidden in their desk. But onto these waffles–I’m pretty sure I could get hooked on these! Love the blueberry orange combination!
Wow, those look amazing Cathy!! I always put blueberries and lemon together, it never dawned on my to use orange, lol. I will definitely need to give these a try. 🙂
My kids always wanted Dippin Dots at the mall… I didn’t always give in! Love these waffles Cathy – perfect for breakfast!
Omgosh – I made the mistake of buying Mexican candy once!! My kiddos think it’s the greatest stuff on earth (I’m assuming since it’s so different than “American” candy?!) and will literally badger me to no end!! I don’t get it. I would take these waffles over candy any day!
This is too funny Cathy, I do feel your pain. A couple of years ago while he became absolutely obsessed with gum and all I could think about was getting it stuck in her hair. So last year I has started buying Ivw Breakers and those also became an obsession (one I did not welcome) – they are pricey and just not something I want them munching on! I’m with you anyday – these waffles look deliciously healthy and yummy! I will be making these and soon!
These waffles sound amazing, Cathy! Your pictures are just gorgeous. I love the blueberry and orange combo. Sounds so light and refreshing!
Well, these waffles are definitely obsession-worthy….I have a feeling I’d be hooked after one bite. That being said, I’m sure the ice breakers obsession will pass and something else will take it’s place before too long. Let ’em mint-themselves out! 😉
Haha, those icebreakers were a favourite of ours (I like the fruity ones as I am not a big mint person.) These waffles look delicious!
I can completely relate, my sons and my daughters used to pull the same thing with me. At least you’re setting good examples at home and believe me, your kids will remember. These waffles look and sound wonderful. I love the addition of orange.
I love pairing orange with other fruits, etc. but haven’t ever done it with blueberries! These sound phenomenal, especially with that vanilla maple syrup!
beautiful photos and a delicious way to start the day! I invite you to share at my Thursday hop (you can link up through Sat Midnight) xo
I think it is so funny that they are obsessed with Ice Breakers! These waffles look so incredible. I’m sad I don’t have a waffle maker…I want to make these!!!
Ha! They could be obsessed with far worse things than Ice Breakers. But I hear ya on wishing they’d get obsessed healthier things like fruits and veggies (how come that NEVER happens with kids?) Anyways love these gorgeous waffles! Pinned.
About how many waffles does this recipe make? Thank you!
These waffles are so light and airy which is wonderful, I would not skip the whipping of the egg whites! They could probably be a bit crispier on the outside. Maybe if you add a little sweetener as there is none in this recipe(only the orange juice in the batter)it might give these more outer crunch. I’ll try adding coconut sugar next time to see what happens. I can’t imagine sweets-happy kids being happy with this recipe unless they douse them in maple syrup. Overall a solid 4 stars.