I LOVE these waffles. They are so delicious and pretty easy to make. Having the levian soak overnight helps to break down the phytic acid in the whole wheat flour making it much easier for you body to digest it nutrients. My favorite way to eat these is with sliced bananas and blueberries with just a sprinkle of demerara. Yum!
Levian
1 tablespoon sourdough starter
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup buttermilk
Batter
2 eggs
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
The night before you want to eat the waffles make the levain. Mix well. Then cover the bowl and let sit at room temperature for at least 8 hours. (Do Not let it sit in a metal bowl. Metal bowls and sourdough do not go together)
In the morning beat eggs, juice, milk and melted butter together then stir them into the sponge. Blend sugar, baking powder and salt then incorporate into sponge. As the sponge interacts with the baking soda bubbles will form.
Bake waffles in preheated iron until browned.
Enjoy!
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Rats! I have no buttermilk.
ReplyDeleteWe'll have to make these Tuesday morning after I get to store. mmmm Love waffles!
Laura, These look great. I have to admit that I am not a very accomplished cook. What is 'sourdough starter' ?? Can I buy it at the store?
ReplyDeleteWe are living back in Connecticut, in the far Northeast Corner. Hope you guys are great. I love your blog and appreciate seeing you here.
Love to your whole family,
Sister Neal
Sorry, I just noticed your comment. You can get a sourdough starter from King Aurthur Flour or from various other stores. Mine is from King Aurthur. Here is the link
ReplyDeletehttp://www.kingarthurflour.com/shop/items/classic-fresh-sourdough-starter-1-oz
The starter is what makes sourdough sour. It is kept in your fridge and you have to "feed" it flour and water every so often. I love it and have used it to make sourdough bread and waffles and pizza crust.