Hawaiian Waffles

By Gilmore

Ingredients

• WAFFLES:
• 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup flaked 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 eggs, separated
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
• 1/4 cup flaked coconut
• 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
• Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

Preparation

Step 1

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

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).

Preheat waffle iron. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired. Yield: 16 (4-inch) waffles.