Savory Cream Cheese Waffles

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon baking soda

2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons vinegar

2 cups non-dairy milk (such as soy)

1/2 cup Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese (plain or flavored), softened (microwave for 30 seconds)

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Optional: other spices of your choice to taste

1 teaspoon sea salt

Directions:

Spray electric waffle iron with non-stick spray and preheat. Preheat oven to low, place a wire rack on a baking sheet, and set aside. (Used to keep waffles warm.)

Place baking soda in a medium bowl and pour vinegar over, allowing mixture to fizz. Whisk in non-dairy milk and let sit a minute or two to curdle. Whisk in Tofutti Better Than Cream Cheese followed by flour, garlic and onion powders, optional spices, and sea salt until batter is smooth.

Make waffles using 1/8 of batter or approximately 1/2 cup for each, spreading slightly and quickly before closing the lid on the waffle iron. Cook approximately 2 1/2 to 3 minutes or until no more steam is released, waffles release easily, and surface is a light golden brown.

Remove to wire rack (to prevent the underside from steaming and becoming soggy) and keep warm in oven. Repeat 3 more times with remaining batter, only oiling waffle maker again if needed. Yields about eight 4 inch waffles.

Top with roasted vegetables, plant-based cheese spread or sauce, sliced tomatoes, plant-based bacon, vegan “creamed” spinach, or fruit or jam for a savory-sweet taste.

*Created exclusively for Tofutti Brands, Inc. by Betsy DiJulio of The Blooming Platter.