The History of Waffles

Max MillerofTasting History prepared a waffle recipe from 1714 that was topped with sherry rather than the usual maple syrup. Like previous videos, as the batter was cooking, Miller talked about how the humble waffle originated with the Communion wafer and evolved into the frozen treats of today.

I grew up loving a stack of waffles slathered with butter and smothered in rich maple syrup, but in the early 18th century they didn't usesyrup but rather they drench their waffleswith melted butter and wine.