Stroopwafel — Caramel Syrup Waffles
Thin, crispy Dutch waffles filled with warm caramel syrup — a viral TikTok treat that's less fussy than it sounds. Toast them if you have a waffle iron, or fry thin in a skillet and sandwich with homemade caramel.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Whisk flour, sugar, and sea salt together in a bowl.
Step 2
Add egg and melted butter, stir until a smooth, thick batter forms.
Step 3
Heat waffle iron (or 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high). Lightly butter the surface.
Step 4
Pour 2–3 tbsp batter into waffle iron (or skillet), close lid and cook until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.
Step 5
Warm caramel in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave 30 seconds until pourable.
Step 6
Spread 1 tbsp warm caramel on top of one waffle, sandwich with a second waffle. Serve immediately while caramel is still melting.
Tools you’ll need
- waffle iron (or 10-inch nonstick skillet)
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl)
- spatula
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