Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, Parmesan cheese, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the milk and melted butter, mixing well.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown.
- For the mousse, combine ricotta cheese, chopped basil, olive oil, and black pepper in a bowl and mix until smooth.
- Spread the basil ricotta mousse between two waffles to create a sandwich.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, let the basil ricotta mousse chill in the fridge for an hour before using.
- These waffles can be made ahead of time and reheated in the toaster.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Waffle
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 waffles
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg