Vafler (Norwegian Heart-Shaped Waffles)

Method

1. 1

   Whisk the flour, sugar, cardamom and baking powder together in a large bowl.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sour cream and melted butter until smooth.

3. 3

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk to a thin, pourable batter; let it rest 15 minutes.

   💡 The rest lets the cardamom bloom and the batter relax, which is what keeps the waffles tender instead of tough.

4. 4

   Heat a heart-shaped waffle iron and ladle in just enough batter to cover the plates.

5. 5

   Cook until deep golden and crisp at the edges, 2 to 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Repeat with the remaining batter, keeping cooked waffles warm and uncovered so they stay crisp.

7. 7

   Serve warm with a slice of brown cheese laid across to melt, or with sour cream and lingonberry jam.