Lemon Poppy Seed Waffles (Print)

Golden waffles scented with lemon and poppy seeds, topped with homemade blueberry syrup for a refreshing treat.

# What You Need:

→ For the Waffles

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
06 - ¼ teaspoon salt
07 - 1½ cups whole milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - Zest of 2 lemons
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For the Blueberry Syrup

13 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
14 - ½ cup water
15 - ⅓ cup granulated sugar
16 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
17 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions until ready for baking.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the hot waffle iron, using about ½ to ¾ cup per waffle depending on size. Cook until golden and crisp, approximately 4–5 minutes each.
06 - In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries burst and syrup thickens, about 6–8 minutes. For thicker syrup, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1–2 minutes more.
07 - Serve waffles warm, topped generously with homemade blueberry syrup.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of tangy lemon and sweet blueberry syrup wakes up your palate before the first bite is finished
  • Poppy seeds add tiny crunches that keep every mouthful interesting
  • The recipe comes together quickly enough for weekday mornings but feels special enough for brunch guests
02 -
  • Overmixing the batter makes tough waffles, so stop when you still see a few lumps
  • Lumpy blueberry syrup tastes better than perfectly smooth ones because you get those bursts of fruit
  • The waffles are best eaten immediately but can be frozen and toasted for quick weekday breakfasts
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly and create a more even texture
  • Zest your lemons before juicing them so you do not struggle with the curled zest
  • Separate your waffles on a wire rack instead of a plate to keep them crisp

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