Fresh Cranberry Waffles With Orange Butter Sauce

Name: Fresh Cranberry Waffles With Orange Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups nonfat yogurt; 1 1/2 cups low fat cottage cheese (or 1 1/2 cups soft tofu); 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk; 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract; 2 cups unbleached flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 3 egg whites; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped finely (or 1 cup leftover sweet cranberry relish from Thanksgiving); 2/3 cup slivered almonds, roasted and chopped (optional-can substitute pecans or walnuts); Orange Butter Sauce; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 cup honey; 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice; 2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups nonfat yogurt
1 1/2 cups low fat cottage cheese (or 1 1/2 cups soft tofu)
1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups unbleached flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3 egg whites
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped finely (or 1 cup leftover sweet cranberry relish from Thanksgiving)
2/3 cup slivered almonds, roasted and chopped (optional-can substitute pecans or walnuts)
Orange Butter Sauce
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup honey
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest

1
Preheat the waffle iron until very hot. Grease with cooking oil. If using the optional chopped nuts, lightly roast in dry skillet and set aside.
2
Chop the fresh cranberries finely and mix with the sugar.
3
Place the nonfat yogurt and cottage cheese in a blender and puree. Place in mixing bowl and stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract.
4
Sift the flour and baking powder together. Whip the flour mixture into the buttermilk mixture. Stir in the sugared cranberries.
5
Beat egg whites to soft peaks and fold into batter gently.
6
To make the orange butter sauce, cook the butter, honey, and fresh orange juice over medium-high heat for 15 minutes. DO NOT boil. Stir in fresh orange zest.
7
Garnish waffles with nuts if desired. Serve warm.

1675

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

136

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups nonfat yogurt, 1 1/2 cups low fat cottage cheese (or 1 1/2 cups soft tofu), 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk, 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Fresh Cranberry Waffles With Orange Butter Sauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!