What could be better for Sunday breakfast that hot waffles?  How about waffles with a berry compote and crème fraiche whipped cream?  Give the delightful treat, courtesy of Blue Harbor House (Camden, ME) a try and you'll never want to go back to plain waffles again!  

Blue Harbor House Waffles

• 3 Eggs, Separated
• 1 ½ Cups Buttermilk
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
• ½ Cup Butter or Margarine, Melted
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 Cup Sour Cream
• ¼ Cup Sugar
• 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour

In a medium bowl beat the egg whites until stiff.  Set aside.  In a large bowl beat the remaining waffle ingredients together.  Fold in the egg whites.  Pour into a hot waffle iron that has been greased and bake.  Serve with Berry compote and Crème Fraiche whipped cream, recipes below.

Tip:  The batter will be very thick.  A thick batter makes a crispier waffle.

Berry compote

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 10oz packages frozen mixed berries (4 cups thawed with their juices)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Grated zest of 1 lemon

Dissolve cornstarch in the water.  Set aside. Combine the berries, their juices, sugar, lemon zest all spice and cinnamon, in saucepan and bring to boil. When bubbles appear on the side of the pan (just before it reaches full boil) quickly stir in the cornstarch mixture.  Let the fruit boil for only one minute to cook the cornstarch.  Overcooking will make the fruit disintegrate.  Remove from heat.  Compote will thicken further as it cools.

Crème Fraiche whipped cream

• 1/2 cup crème fraiche or sour cream
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup cold heavy cream

In a bowl, whisk the crème fraiche with sugar until smooth.  In a separate bowl whip the cream.  Gently fold together. 

About Blue Harbor House

Blue Harbor House is a classic Maine bed and breakfast located in Camden, Maine - an irresistible coastal village. Our classic Maine bed and breakfast was built in 1810, and today its historic charms blend perfectly with modern comforts. Choose lodging in one of our guest rooms, or opt for the added luxury of accommodations in one of the suites, with large sitting area, gas fireplace, and big soak tub. The suites in the carriage house also have outside entrances. You'll begin each morning with a delicious breakfast --our specialties include wild mushroom quiche, hazelnut waffles, and blueberry pancakes with maple syrup and blueberry butter. Then take it easy in the parlor or in one of the front-porch rockers, or set off to explore Camden's harbor, shops, and galleries. There's so much to do here on your Maine coast vacation, where the mountains meet the sea, including sightseeing boat trips, kayaking, hiking, swimming, and antiquing.

Blue Harbor House
67 Elm Street, Camden
ME 04843-1904