Liège waffles are a variety of waffle developed in the Wallonia region of Belgium.
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| Course | Snack, Breakfast |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Liege |
| Region or state | Wallonia |
| Associated cuisine | Belgian cuisine |
The Liège waffle differs from the Brussels waffle (sometimes referred to as the Belgian waffle) in several ways.[1][2] It is smaller, the dough is a dense and heavy brioche, it contains pearl sugar, and unlike the Brussels waffle, which is traditionally served with toppings, the Liège waffle is traditionally eaten plain.[2][1][3] The pearl sugar caramelizes during the grilling process, which gives the Liège waffle a crunchier, chewier, stickier bite; the Brussels-style waffle is lighter with a crispy bite.[1][4] Liège waffles have a deeper divot and a rounded shapes, while the Brussels waffle is usually rectangular.[1] Liège waffles are made from a raised dough, while Brussels waffles are made from a liquid batter; the Brussels waffles soften as they cool, while Liège waffles can be eaten hot or cold.[1][5] The Brussels style was introduced in the United States at the 1964 World's Fair, while the Liège version became known outside of Europe decades later.[5] Liège waffles are often sold by street vendors as a handheld snack.[6][1][3]
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The waffle was developed in Wallonia.[2] According to Visit Belgium, the waffle was invented in the 18th century by the chef to the prince-bishop of Liege.[6]
In 2011 Brussels MP Joël Riguelle said the traditional Brussels waffle was in danger of being replaced by the Liège version, which was increasingly being offered in Belgian waffle shops with the toppings traditionally associated with the Brussels waffle.[2]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f Welsch, Michelle (9 January 2024). "Brussels Vs Liège: What's The Difference Between These Belgian Waffles?". Yahoo Finance. Retrieved 3 February 2024.
- ^ a b c d Biesemans, Bart (16 July 2011). "Liège waffle is replacing Brussels waffle". De Standaard.
- ^ a b Dansby, Angela (26 December 2023). "The Belgian waffle that brings New Year's luck". BBC. Retrieved 3 February 2024.
- ^ Harris, Molly (29 January 2024). "Elevate Your Morning Waffles With Belgian Pearl Sugar". Tasting Table. Retrieved 3 February 2024.
- ^ a b Lin, Su-Jit (9 November 2023). "The Beloved European Breakfast Food That's Taking Over Grocery Shelves — And Will Be Your New Weekday Staple". Kitchn. Retrieved 3 February 2024.
- ^ a b "Waffles". Visit Belgium. 29 October 2013. Archived from the original on 29 October 2013. Retrieved 3 February 2024.
Further reading
edit- Beauvilliers, Antoine (1814). L'art du cuisinier (in French). Pilet.
- Carême, Marie Antonin (1822). Le Maitre d'hotel Français (in French). Didot.
- Delcart, André (2007). Winterfeesten en gebak: mythen, folklore en tradities (in Dutch). Maklu. ISBN 978-90-8575-009-3.
- Leblanc (1834). Manuel du pâtissier: ou, Traité complet et simplifié de la pâtisserie de ménage, de boutique et d'hôtel (in French). Librairie encyclopédique de Roret.