Description
A waffle is a type of sweet or dessert that is prepared from a liquid mixture of several ingredients, which is placed between two different surfaces and baked. You can make it according to your taste with different recipes and the most popular type of waffle is the Belgian waffle. Next, we are going to talk about the advantages and benefits of waffles.
About waffle
A waffle is a pancake-like dish with a lace design. It is made from a dough consisting of flour, water, baking powder, oil, and eggs. The waffle is ready when it turns golden brown, with a crispy exterior and a soft interior. They are served as breakfast or dessert and are usually served with sweet sauces or toppings such as chocolate syrup, bananas, strawberries, or whipped cream. Waffle with ice cream is also very popular and tasty.
Approximate nutritional value of waffles:
- Calories 218
- Total fat 10.6 g
- Cholesterol 52 mg
- Sodium 383 mg
- Total carbohydrates 24.7 g
- Dietary fiber 0.8 g
- Sugars 13.5 g
- Protein 5.9 g
- Calcium 191 mg
- Potassium 119 mg
- Alcohol 0
- Iron 2 mg
- Vitamin A 173 mg
- Vitamin C 1 mg
The History of Waffle
In ancient times, the Greeks baked flat cakes called obelios between hot metal plates, which were not similar to today’s waffles. Little by little, with the passage of time and the change of raw materials and cooking equipment, today’s waffle was formed as one of the most popular snacks.
Health benefits of waffle
There is no denying that waffles are delicious. These days, since everyone is into healthy eating, different types of waffles are made with healthier ingredients that don’t compromise taste. Also, the basic ingredients for making waffles, such as eggs, milk, etc that have many benefits, which we will discuss below:
Waffles can be good for you in the following ways:
- Since waffles are rich in carbohydrates, they are a source of immediate energy and can keep the body full for a longer time and prevent overeating.
- It can be combined with other ingredients to increase its nutritional value. Adding healthy ingredients such as berries, fruits, cheese, avocado, mushrooms, spinach, etc. can be healthier and tastier.
- Good source of carbohydrates and fats.
- Waffle flour is rich in essential minerals and antioxidants.
- Vitamin C and vitamin A are also present in waffles.
- Eggs in waffles help to control the protein needed by the body, heart health, and brain health.
- Also, the milk contained in this sweet strengthens bones and muscles, maintains heart health, and reduces the risk of cancer.
In conclusion
Waffle is a meal that all tastes love and eat it as a snack or breakfast with tea or coffee. Don’t miss the experience of eating this extraordinary dessert with a Marina view at Vernos Cafe and Restaurant.
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