Egg Waffles 4 or Gai Daan Jai

Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Hong Kong with Egg Waffles (Gai Daan Jai), a classic street food delight that's crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside, and irresistibly eggy in flavor. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder with rich ingredients like whole milk, eggs, and a hint of vanilla extract to create the iconic bubble-shaped texture. Prepared using a special egg waffle pan, the batter cooks to golden perfection in minutes, delivering a waffle that's slightly sweet and endlessly versatile. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a fun snack, these egg waffles can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with fresh fruit, syrup, or a scoop of ice cream for a decadent twist. Whether you're new to making Hong Kong Egg Waffles or looking to recreate this beloved treat at home, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 120 grams All-purpose flour
• 20 grams Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 120 milliliters Whole milk
• 60 milliliters Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the waffle pan)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar until evenly combined.

Step 2

In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then add the milk, water, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil, whisking until fully blended.

Step 3

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and lump-free. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Heat your egg waffle pan over medium heat. Lightly grease both sides of the pan with butter, using a brush or paper towel to evenly coat the surface.

Step 5

Once the pan is hot, pour about 3/4 cup of the batter into the center of the bottom half of the pan. Close the lid, flip the pan over, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Flip the pan back to the original position and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Step 7

Carefully remove the waffle from the pan using a spatula or tongs, and allow it to cool slightly on a wire rack to maintain its crispiness.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan between each batch.

Step 9

Serve warm as is, or top with fruits, ice cream, or syrup for an extra treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	456.5 grams (456.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1381

Total Fat 48.50g	62%
Saturated Fat 14.40g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 403mg	134%
Sodium 1944mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 213.20g	78%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 101.10g
Protein 25.00g	50%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 80mg	6%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 279mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 61.4%