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Price, functionality and technical values are the main criteria for choosing any household appliance and waffle maker is no exception.

Functionality

Temperature control This function is realized with the help of thermostat and is present in virtually all commercial waffle makers and many household models of the average and upper price segment. The thermostat is designed for choosing an optimal cooking temperature and provides semi-automatic cooking mode. The operating temperature range varies from 180 to 250 degrees. Cooking temperature directly affects the texture and color of finished waffles. Thermostat adjusting allows the user to cook, for example, waffles with a crunchy crust and a soft average layer. Working temperature in models without the thermostat is controlled by turning on and off the device. Of course, it`s not very effective and convenient way. Texture modifier This function is used to select the cooking mode that provide cooking the soft waffles or waffles with a crunchy crust. Timer and indication Many models have a timer for programming a cooking time. Heating indicator lights up when temperature of the frying surface reaches predetermined temperature and the device is ready for use. Indication of the cooking end is present in all modern models. Beep or luminous signal indicates the end of the cooking cycle. More expensive models are switched off after this signal with the help of Auto Off function. Device flip function This feature is present only in expensive models and provides a uniform distribution of batter into recesses inside a working surface. The function is performed by flipping the device through 180 degrees. Of course, the device flips only when the lid is tightly closed. Uniform filling provides a constant thickness, texture and color for all finished waffles. But this function increases the model cost very significantly. Additional roasting Some companies call this feature A Bit More. It`s designed to short-term heating of the device for additional roasting.

Multifunctionality

Multifunctionality is a popular trend for modern household appliances. Waffle maker is no exception. Some models can cook the hot sandwiches and burgers, i.e. they can used as a grill or toaster. Such devices are additionally equipped with removable frying surfaces, the number of which usually does not exceed three. Multifunction models with replaceable working surfaces also provide a change of waffles form. The video at the end demonstrates the advantages of such models. The standard surface is usually intended for cooking the waffle of rectangular or round shape. Waffle molds allow the user to cook waffles in the shape of hearts, bears, triangles, etc. This function is very convenient during cooking the waffles for children or celebration. Today the market offers a wide range of different waffle molds.

Usability

Waffle makers usually have a steel body that very heats during operation. Handles of a material with low thermal conductivity eliminate the risk of burns. Storage compartment for the power cord prevents a cable against damage due to kinking and provides convenient storage. Some models are equipped with additional attachments for making waffle cone.

Waffle type

Modern models allow user to cook the large, small, thick, thin, round or square waffles of different consistency. This depends on the waffle maker model and attachments kit. Today, the companies offer models for cooking the American or Belgian waffles. American waffles are thinner and have rectangular or square shape, and the batter for them contains baking powder. Models with thickened frying surfaces called the Belgian waffle makers. These models are designed for cooking lush waffles of round shape. They cook a few waffles per cycle. Belgian models have the deeper recesses for batter and provide the formation of a crunchy crust. The consistency inside dessert remains soft in this case. Belgian soft waffles are cooked from batter on the egg-yeast basis with addition of butter. They are thick, have golden color and delicate taste. Such waffles are very popular with addition of strawberry, banana, chocolate or whipped cream. Recipe for Liege waffles includes adding sugar in the batter that acquires the properties of sugar candy during caramelization process. Therefore, these waffles are more crunchy.

Main technical values

American waffles topped with fresh kiwi, sweet mango, crunchy walnuts, and almonds offer a delicious and nutritious breakfast option for weekend mornings or special occasions.

History of waffles begins with ancient Greece. In those days they were baked from the usual dough on hot stones. August 24, 1869 Cornelius Swarthout from New York patented a pan for baking waffles. Since then, August 24 is celebrated in America as a waffle day. On this day, many Americans order waffles in pastry shops or bake them at home. Today waffles are a popular treat in many countries. The list of the most popular recipes is headed by four types. Viennese waffles are soft and large in size. Viennese waffles with cream are the basis of a very popular cake recipe. American waffles are thicker and denser than Viennese wafers and necessarily contain baking powder. Belgian waffles are prepared using a large amount of whipped protein and yeast. They are often called Brussels waffles. Whipped protein give the waffles lightness and delicate taste. They are served hot with berries and often with chocolate syrup. Many people like to eat them along with a vanilla ice cream. English waffles are prepared with unusual ingredients such as potato flakes or vegetables. These waffles are often used to make sandwiches. Modern waffle makers can be classified as models for making American or Belgian waffles. Universal models are rare and expensive due to the design features. In particular, these two types of models have different depth of recesses for batter. Accordingly, the thickness of the working surfaces for frying also is different. However, these models are available in the market. Bork G700 is one such device. Generally, the waffle maker choice depends on the model features, which are optimal for making a specific type of waffle.

Most popular waffles

American waffles These waffle makers have a rectangular or circular shape and are designed for cooking the wafers with standard thickness. Thin waffle is more conveniently curled up into a tube and is fills with cream, fruit, ice cream, etc. Waffle makers square shape is usually designed for the simultaneous cooking the four waffles and are well suited for large families. Belgian waffles The consistency of the Belgian waffles is more lush compared to the American waffles. The voluminosity is achieved by increasing the depth of cell for the batter. These models are usually designed for the simultaneous preparation of several waffles. Liege and Brussels waffles have become popular after International Exhibition in Brussels in 1958. Their popularity is remained high for over 30 years. But, of course, the range of these recipes is constantly expanding at the expense of culinary creativity. A recipe of Liege waffles includes adding sugar in the batter. They have oval or round shape. Sugar acquires the properties of sugar candies in the caramelization process. Therefore, these waffles are more crispy. Brussels waffles are cooked of a batter on egg-yeast base with addition of butter. They are thick, have golden color and mild taste. These waffles usually are rectangular. Ready-made waffles are often sprinkled with confectionary powder, which is a mixture of powdered sugar with whipped cream, ice cream, strawberries, etc.

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