Egg Waffles 4 or Gai Daan Jai
Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Hong Kong with Egg Waffles (Gai Daan Jai), a classic street food delight that's crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and irresistibly eggy in flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder with rich ingredients like whole milk, eggs, and a hint of vanilla extract to create the iconic bubble-shaped texture. Prepared using a special egg waffle pan, the batter cooks to golden perfection in minutes, delivering a waffle that's slightly sweet and endlessly versatile. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a fun snack, these egg waffles can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with fresh fruit, syrup, or a scoop of ice cream for a decadent twist. Whether you're new to making Hong Kong Egg Waffles or looking to recreate this beloved treat at home, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite!
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Ingredients
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 20 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 120 milliliters Whole milk
- 60 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the waffle pan)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar until evenly combined.
Step 2
In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then add the milk, water, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil, whisking until fully blended.
Step 3
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4
Heat your egg waffle pan over medium heat. Lightly grease both sides of the pan with butter, using a brush or paper towel to evenly coat the surface.
Step 5
Once the pan is hot, pour about 3/4 cup of the batter into the center of the bottom half of the pan. Close the lid, flip the pan over, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Flip the pan back to the original position and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Step 7
Carefully remove the waffle from the pan using a spatula or tongs, and allow it to cool slightly on a wire rack to maintain its crispiness.
Step 8
Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan between each batch.
Step 9
Serve warm as is, or top with fruits, ice cream, or syrup for an extra treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (456.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1380.8 |
| Total Fat 48.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 403.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1943.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 213.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 101.1g | |
| Protein 25.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 79.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 279.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories