HAWAIIAN WAFFLES

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I created this waffle recipe to recapture the memorable tropical tastes we enjoyed while visiting Hawaii. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 16 (4-inch) waffles.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup pineapple juice
WAFFLES:
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; 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 maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 495mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.