Buttermilk Waffles with Honey Whipped Cream

Step 1

In a bowl, lightly whisk together the cream and the 2 Tbs. honey. Pour into a cream whipper and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 2

Preheat a Belgian waffle maker on medium-high heat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Preheat an oven to 200°F.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks, then whisk in the buttermilk, butter and vanilla until blended. Over a sheet of waxed paper, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar. Add the flour mixture to the yolk mixture and whisk until smooth.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Using a rubber spatula, fold 1 cup of the egg whites into the batter, then carefully fold in the remaining whites.

Step 5

Pour 1/3 cup batter into each well of the waffle maker and close the lid. Cook the waffles until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer the waffles to a wire rack set on a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven. Repeat to cook the remaining batter.

Step 6

Top the waffles with the honey whipped cream, drizzle with honey and garnish with orange segments. Serve breakfast sausages alongside. Serves 6.