CHAI SPICED FRENCH WAFFLES

THE WAFFLES

1.   Separate the egg whites from the yolks and whisk the eggs whites until stiff with a pinch of salt.

2.   Combine flour, 80g chai, baking powder and bi-carb soda in a bowl.

3.   Add yolks, melted butter and stir.

4.   Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly then gradually whisk in water.

5.   With a spatula, fold in the egg whites until just incorporated.

6.   Preheat the waffle maker and spray preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray.

7.   Use a ladle or pour the batter mix onto hot waffle iron.

8.   Cook until golden brown (about 4 to 5 minutes, maybe longer depending on the temperature). The waffles must be light and crisp.

THE TOPPING

9.   Heat up a non-stick pan over medium heat.

10. Add butter, 20g chai, and stir.

11. Cut bananas lengthwise (or into thick slices), place them into the pan and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden and caramelized.

THE CHOCOLATE SAUCE

12. Chop chocolate into smaller pieces, add boiling water and 20g chai.

13. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir, repeat until melted. Do not forget to stop every 30 seconds to give it a stir.

SERVING

14. Transfer waffles onto plates.

15. Add topping, chocolate sauce, and sprinkle some chopped hazelnuts on top. You can also add a scoop of ice cream or some whipped cream if desired.