Caramel Apple Waffle Sandwiches (Printable)
Warm apples and caramel nestled inside golden waffles—perfect for breakfast or sweet dessert enjoyment.
# What You Need:
→ Waffles
01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Caramelized Apples
09 - 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - Pinch of salt
→ Caramel Sauce
14 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons water
16 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
17 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
18 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, beat whole milk, large eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Combine wet and dry mixtures, whisking until just blended.
02 - Preheat the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the heated plates and cook until waffles are golden brown. Prepare 8 waffles to yield 4 sandwiches.
03 - Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apple slices, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Sauté, stirring frequently, until apples soften and become caramelized, around 8 to 10 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
04 - Heat granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat until mixture turns a deep amber color, without stirring, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in heavy cream and butter; mixture will bubble vigorously. Stir in sea salt if desired and allow to cool slightly.
05 - Arrange half the waffles on a serving platter. Spoon caramelized apples over each and drizzle with warm caramel sauce. Top with remaining waffles to form sandwiches and serve immediately, with extra caramel sauce if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Irrisistible caramel flavor in every bite
- Versatile: perfect for breakfast or dessert
02 -
- Make sure apples are fully caramelized for best flavor
- Waffles can be made ahead and reheated
03 -
- Use tart apples for a balanced sweetness
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert