Scandinavian Sweetheart Waffles – Delicate Nordic Heart-Shaped Waffles with a Light, Buttery Texture
Scandinavian Sweetheart Waffles are thin and heart-shaped.They are lightly sweet with crisp edges and a tender center.Commonly served with berries and whipped cream.Popular in Sweden and Norway.Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon coffee.A beautiful and traditional Nordic treat.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ tsp ground cardamom (optional, traditional flavor)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Let batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Preheat a heart-shaped waffle iron and lightly grease if necessary.
- Pour batter into the iron and cook according to manufacturer instructions until golden.
- Carefully remove and repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve warm with fresh berries and whipped cream.
Notes
- Resting the batter improves texture.
- Do not overfill the waffle iron.
- Cardamom adds authentic Nordic flavour.
- Use room-temperature ingredients for better blending.
- Serve immediately for best crispness.
- Keep warm in a low oven if needed.
- Traditional waffles are thinner than Belgian style.
- Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 2 days.