Waffles with maple syrup and butter

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Waffles with maple syrup and butter is a classic breakfast dish featuring a grid-patterned batter cake, typically made from flour, eggs, milk, and butter, topped with pure maple syrup and a pat of butter. Originating in Europe, particularly Belgium, it has become a beloved staple in North American breakfast culture, especially in the United States and Canada.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates and fats, providing quick energy and some protein from the eggs and milk. A typical serving (one large waffle with syrup and butter) contains around 400-600 calories, with key nutrients including calcium, iron, and small amounts of vitamins from the dairy and grain components.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	80 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	45 g
Sodium	600 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Iron	4 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.2 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 mcg

Per 2 waffles (150 g) with 60 ml maple syrup and 10 g butter · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Maple syrup is a unique natural sweetener derived from the sap of maple trees, primarily in northeastern North America, and has been used by Indigenous peoples for centuries before becoming a cultural icon. Nutritionally, waffles offer a comforting balance of carbs and fats, but pairing them with maple syrup adds antioxidants and minerals like manganese and zinc, making it a more nutrient-rich topping than many processed syrups.