Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy & Light: The waffles are perfectly crispy on the outside, with a soft interior, providing the best texture.
Rich & Sweet: Filled with the sweet and smooth flavor of dulce de leche, this treat is a true dessert delight.
Versatile: Serve as a breakfast, dessert, or a snack. They’re perfect for any time of day!
Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and a waffle maker, these are quick to prepare.

Ingredients

For the waffle batter:

Water
All-purpose flour
Sugar
Vegetable oil
Heavy cream
Vanilla extract

For the dulce de leche filling:

Butter (room temperature)
Cooked, sweetened condensed milk (dulce de leche), room temperature

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

Make the Waffle Batter: In a bowl, whisk or blend together water, sugar, vanilla extract, and flour. Add cream and oil, and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Preheat the Waffle Maker: Set it to medium heat. Once the light indicates it’s ready, pour about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the waffle press and close the lid.
Cook and Roll the Waffles: When the waffle is done, remove it and immediately roll it into a tube shape. Let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Dulce de Leche Filling: Whip butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add the dulce de leche and continue whipping until smooth and fluffy.
Fill the Waffles: Fill each waffle tube with the dulce de leche cream using a pastry bag or ziplock bag.
Serve: Optionally, dip the ends of the tubes into chopped nuts for added texture.

Servings and Timing

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10-12 tubes

Variations

Nutty Topping: Dip the ends of the waffles in chopped nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for extra flavor.
Flavored Fillings: Swap dulce de leche with chocolate ganache or a fruit-based filling.
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend to make these waffles gluten-free.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Keep the waffles in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Reheat: To reheat, place in a warm oven or on a waffle iron for a few seconds to regain their crispiness.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought dulce de leche?

Yes, store-bought dulce de leche can be used to save time.

Can I make the waffle batter ahead of time?

Yes, the batter can be refrigerated overnight.

Can I freeze these waffles?

Yes, freeze the waffles before filling them. When ready to serve, reheat and then fill.

How do I prevent the waffles from getting soggy?

Make sure to roll the waffles immediately after cooking while they are still hot and crisp.

Can I make these with a regular waffle iron?

Yes, you can use a regular waffle iron, but the filling process will be a bit different.

Conclusion

These Light & Crispy Waffles with Dulce de Leche are the ultimate treat for anyone who loves crispy textures and rich, sweet fillings. Whether served as a breakfast or dessert, they’re sure to be a hit!

Light & Crispy Waffles with Dulce de Leche Recipe

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These Light & Crispy Waffles with Dulce de Leche are a perfect indulgence for breakfast, dessert, or any time of the day. Crispy on the outside and filled with creamy dulce de leche, these waffles offer a delightful texture and a rich, sweet flavor. Easy to make and irresistible!

Author: Amy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 10-12 tubes
Category: Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Waffle Making
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Instructions

Make the Waffle Batter: In a bowl, whisk or blend together water, sugar, vanilla extract, and flour. Add cream and oil, and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate the batter until ready to use.
Preheat the Waffle Maker: Set the waffle maker to medium heat. Once the light indicates it’s ready, pour about 1 tablespoon of batter onto the waffle press and close the lid.
Cook and Roll the Waffles: Once cooked, remove the waffle and immediately roll it into a tube shape. Let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Dulce de Leche Filling: Whip the butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add the dulce de leche and continue whipping until smooth and fluffy.
Fill the Waffles: Using a pastry bag or ziplock bag, fill each waffle tube with the dulce de leche cream.
Serve: Optionally, dip the ends of the tubes into chopped nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for added texture.

Notes

Nutty Topping: Dip the ends of the waffles in chopped nuts like almonds or hazelnuts for extra flavor.

Flavored Fillings: Swap dulce de leche with chocolate ganache or a fruit-based filling.

Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend to make these waffles gluten-free.