Egg waffles, also known as Hong Kong-style egg waffles or gai daan jai (雞蛋仔), are a popular street snack originating from Hong Kong. They’re made with a sweet, egg-rich batter cooked in a special waffle iron that creates a grid of round, puffy “bubbles” or spheres, giving them their distinctive look.
Basic Characteristics:
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Texture: Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside.
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Flavor: Slightly sweet, with a custardy or eggy flavor.
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Serving style: Often served plain or with toppings like chocolate, fruit, ice cream, or condensed milk. In some places, they’re used as cones to hold soft serve.
Ingredients (typical batter):
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Eggs
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Sugar
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All-purpose flour
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Cornstarch
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Baking powder
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Evaporated milk or regular milk
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Vanilla extract
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Oil or melted butter
How They’re Made:
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Mix the batter until smooth and let it rest (some recipes recommend refrigerating it for 1+ hours).
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Preheat the egg waffle maker (a special gridded pan that opens like a clamshell).
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Pour the batter into the mold and cook until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
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Serve warm—they’re best eaten fresh off the griddle.
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