Hawaiian Waffles

Name: Hawaiian Waffles
Ingredients: 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/2 cup light corn syrup; 1/4 cup pineapple juice; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, separated, room temperature; 1 cup whole milk; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained; 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts; Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

16 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
2

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
3

Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.