Belgian Waffles with Cinnamon Poached Pears are a sweet treat made of ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. This tasty breakfast combines a fluffy waffle with a rich poached pear topping.
Heat waffle iron - Start by heating your waffle iron and preheating the oven to 200°F.
Whisk dry ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients - In separate bowl, whisk sugars, eggs, vanilla, milk, and butter until blended.
Mix dry and wet ingredients together - Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and whisk until just blended. Allow the batter to sit for 5-10 minutes so the baking powder can activate for fluffy waffles.
Cook the waffles - Brush some butter or non-stick cooking spray on the hot waffle iron. Give the batter one more good stir, then use a ladle to add the batter to the iron. Cook for just a couple minutes, or until the waffles are golden and crispy.
Keep the waffles warm - As you finish cooking the waffles, place them directly on the oven rack to keep them hot.
Poached Pears
Simmer ingredients - In a small saucepan, add water, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Whisk the ingredients and heat until mixture reaches a simmer.
Simmer pears - Add pears and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pears are tender. Remove the pears from the sauce and set aside.
Enjoy poached pears and waffles - Plate the waffles and place the pears on top. Drizzle a couple spoonfuls of the brown sugar sauce and top with whipped cream. Enjoy!