The History of Waffles + Classic Waffle Recipe

Did you know that waffle-our favorite breakfast, snack, and street food-has been bringing delight since ancient times? 🧇 Today, we're tracing waffle's origins back to ancient Greece where early forms of griddle cakes were cooked over open flames!
From the Greek obelios to the Roman crispella, we'll discover how early culinary practices laid the foundation for the waffle we love today. 🏛️🔥Then, moving on into medieval Europe, we'll find out how waffles transformed with the invention of intricate waffle irons by monasteries, often depicting religious symbols.
And of course, journey with us to the modern era as we explore how waffles crossed the Atlantic, becoming a beloved American breakfast staple thanks to the invention of the electric waffle iron by Cornelius Swartwout in the 19th century. 🇺🇸🔌 Discover the regional variations and global adaptations of waffles, from Belgian waffles to Hong Kong egg waffles, and how they continue to delight taste buds around the world. 🌍🍴
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