Brunost Waffles with Lingonberry Jam
These delightful waffles feature the unique caramel-like flavor of brunost, a traditional Norwegian brown cheese, melted into the batter. Served warm with a dollop of sweet-tart lingonberry jam, they make for a comforting breakfast or brunch.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cupall-purpose flour
- 2 tbspgranulated sugar
- 1 tbspbaking powder
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 1.25 cupmilk
- 2 pcsegg, large, beaten
- 4 tbspunsalted butter, melted
- 100 gbrunost, thinly sliced or grated
for serving
- 0.5 cuplingonberry jam
- 2 tbsppowdered sugar(optional)
Equipment
waffle iron · ladle · large bowl · medium bowl · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Ensure dry ingredients are well combined to prevent lumps.
- 2
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted unsalted butter.
About 2 min
- 3
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix, as a few lumps are fine.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Overmixing can lead to tough waffles.
- 4
Gently fold in the brunost until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: The brunost will melt into the waffles as they cook, adding a rich, caramel flavor.
- 5
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while your waffle iron heats up.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Resting allows the flour to fully hydrate, resulting in a tender waffle.
- 6
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Lightly grease the waffle iron if it's not non-stick.
- 7
Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot waffle iron, spreading it slightly if needed.
Cook’s note: Do not overfill the waffle iron.
- 8
Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crisp.
About 4 min
Cook’s note: Cooking time may vary based on your waffle iron.
- 9
Carefully remove the cooked waffle and repeat with the remaining batter.
Cook’s note: Keep cooked waffles warm in a low oven while you finish the batch.
- 10
Serve the brunost waffles warm with lingonberry jam and a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Keep it good
Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat waffles in a toaster, oven, or microwave until warmed through.