Oh hey there. I know it's been quiet around these here parts lately.
It's not that I haven't been writing. I've started and discarded a dozen drafts, but somehow, I just can't find something to say.
I suppose I could just skip the words, share a bunch of pretty pictures and jump straight to the recipe, but that seems to defeat the purpose somehow.
I could write about the weather, especially since spring has finally arrived in Toronto, in all its grey soggy glory. But that's kind of a cop-out. I mean, isn't that what we Canadians always talk about when they have nothing else to say?
I could write about work, but I'm pretty sure no one cares about the endless round of conference calls and emails and word-wrangling that is my nine-to-five.
Honestly, I only know a handful of people who actually find telecom policy interesting, and most of them happen to work with me already.
(And besides, this is my happy place where I get to write about fun stuff people actually want to read about... or at least, I hope that's the case.)
I could write about some cute thing my cats did recently, or the latest place I went to eat, or the latest trashy romance novel I just read, but there's really not much to say about all of the above.
Clearly, my life is desperately in need of excitement... only, I'm kind of enjoying this uneventful little interlude, even if it gives me absolutely nothing interesting to write about.
In the meantime, please accept these delicious buckwheat waffles as my apology. They're sweet and nutty and crisp, and when topped with a combination of boozy macerated strawberries and a drizzle of sweet maple syrup, they're just about the best possible way to kick off a lazy weekend.
(Plus, unlike most buckwheat waffle recipes, this one can be whipped up pretty much last minute... which is nice when you can't be bothered to plan ahead.)
Hm. I guess there might be some perks to having an unexciting life.
After all, it does leave more time to make (and eat) waffles.
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Buckwheat Waffles with Macerated Strawberries
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Buckwheat Waffles:
- 1 cup buckwheat flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Topping:
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tbsp brandy (or any other liqueur of your choice)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Maple syrup, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose and rye flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
- In a second bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Add to the dry ingredients, and whisk into a smooth batter. Set aside to rest for 15 minutes. Let the batter stand, uncovered, 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a second mixing bowl, toss the strawberries with brandy and sugar. Cover and set aside to let the berries macerate.
- Preheat your waffle iron as per the manufacturer's directions. Spoon in batter (the amount will vary, depending on your waffle maker's capacity), and use a spatula to spread the batter into an even layer.
- Cook for about 5-8 minutes per batch, or until the waffles are crisp and golden-brown. Repeat until all of the batter is done.
- To serve, arrange waffles on plates, and spoon the macerated berries overtop. Dig in and enjoy, or finish with a drizzle of maple syrup for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Brunch
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
I feel exactly the same, Izz! I've started and scrapped so many posts because there's nothing of interest to say (or I simply think that people won't be interested). I may bemoan a life without drama but honestly, I love that there are no fires for me to put out, no crying spells, nothing to rock the boat. Making and eating waffles while enjoying a moment of calm sounds pretty perfect to me! And congratulations on spring finally coming to Toronto. You guys have had pretty rough winters in the last couple of years!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
Sometimes I find it refreshing not to have to come up with (or read) long winded stories when the only thing I'm really interested in is the recipe. Wrong? Mabye. But I'm keeping it real.
These waffles look wonderful and I love how you described them as sweet, nutty and crisp. What more do you need?
Kim Beaulieu says
I would give up pepsi for a quiet life. I say enjoy the heck out of it. Even if it means you have to write about your cat, or our crazy weather.
I just so happen to have a brand spanking new waffle maker I need to break in. Perfect timing. I see boozy waffles in my future.
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
Now that's what I'd love to have every morning for breakfast! apology accepted haha ;) I'll take the waffles!
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic.com says
Sometimes the shortest route to inspiration is to just start writing. Before you know it, you've found something to say. I don't use buckwheat flour enough. These waffles are calling my name.
heather | girlichef says
I bought - and then wasted - a small bag of buckwheat flour a while ago. I wasn't sure what to do with it. I wish I'd known about these waffles, they sound like something I'd love. And isn't it funny how having nothing to write about turns into something to write about? ;)
Ellen says
I know the feel. At LMLD, I have 2 to 4 pretty good recipes but want a story to write with them. So I am stuck. Thanks for the recipe.
The Food Hunter says
must give these waffles a try.
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
I hate the days when I feel liek I have nothing worth writing about! These waffle look amazing though. I've been meaning to experiment with buckwheat lately.