Pecan And Bacon Waffles Recipe

Indulge in a unique and unforgettable Sunday brunch with these decadent Pecan & Bacon Waffles! Crispy bacon, crunchy pecans, and a hint of bourbon in the optional syrup create a flavor explosion. Inspired by the Coyote Cafe, this recipe elevates the classic waffle to new heights. Perfect for impressing family and friends!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1160 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Pecan And Bacon Waffles

  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 large egg whites
  • Brown Sugar
  • Bourbon
  • Vanilla

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How to Make Pecan And Bacon Waffles

  1. Cook bacon until crisp. Crumble and set aside. Reserve 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks and milk. Stir in melted butter and reserved bacon grease.
  3. Chop pecans.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans, cornmeal, flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the batter.
  7. Heat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Pour batter onto the hot iron and cook until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Serve immediately. Drizzle with bourbon syrup (if desired).
  9. **To Make Bourbon Syrup:** Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  10. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  11. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until syrup thickens slightly and becomes shiny. Do not stir while simmering.
  12. Remove from heat. Stir in chopped pecans, bourbon, and vanilla extract.
  13. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

337g

Fat

98g

Carbs

44g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan And Bacon Waffles?

Pecan And Bacon Waffles takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan And Bacon Waffles?

Pecan And Bacon Waffles has approximately 1160 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 44 g carbohydrates and 90 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan And Bacon Waffles?

The key ingredients for Pecan And Bacon Waffles are Bacon, Butter, Egg Yolks, Milk, Pecans, Cornmeal. See the full list with measurements above.

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