Churro Waffles with Peaches & Cream

Ingredients

For Peaches & Cream:

• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 4 large peaches, pitted and sliced or diced
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

For Churro Waffles:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• Neutral oil for frying
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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Instructions

1. Prepare the oil for frying:
   Heat oil in a deep-fat fryer or a cast-iron skillet to a depth of at least 2 inches.

2. Preheat the waffle iron:
   While the oil is heating, preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Make the peaches & cream:

   • In a saucepan, bring 1/2 cup of water and 1/2 cup of white sugar to a boil over high heat.
   • Add the sliced or diced peaches, cover the pan, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
   • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the peaches to a medium bowl. Stir in the 1 cup of heavy whipping cream and set aside.

4. Make the churro waffle batter:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
   • Add 2 cups of milk, 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter, and 2 large eggs. Stir until just combined, but be careful not to overmix (a few small lumps are fine).

5. Cook the waffles:

   • Grease your waffle iron. Ladle in enough batter to cover the plates, and cook for about 1-2 minutes. The waffles should be soft but firm enough to hold together when removed from the iron.
   • Transfer the waffles to a plate or tray and repeat until all the batter is used.

6. Deep-fry the waffles:

   • In batches, deep-fry the waffles in the hot oil for approximately 1 minute or until golden brown and crispy.
   • Using tongs, remove the waffles and transfer them to a paper towel-lined surface to drain excess oil. Let them sit for at least 1 minute to absorb excess grease.

7. Coat the waffles in cinnamon-sugar:

   • On a large plate, mix together 1/2 cup of white sugar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
   • Coat both sides of the waffles in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.

8. Assemble and serve:

   • Top the cinnamon-coated waffles with the peaches and cream mixture.
   • Optionally, sprinkle with more cinnamon if desired.
   • Serve warm and enjoy!

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Storage:

• Refrigerate churro waffles and peaches & cream in separate airtight containers for up to three days.

This sweet treat is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!