Berry Wonuts with Lemon Glaze
ShareHomemade waffles, bursting with blueberries and strawberries that are deep fried and coated in a sweet lemon glaze. A fun treat for breakfast, brunch or dessert!
Mother’s Day is but days away, do you have plans made? Cards purchased or drawn and signed? Homemade is always best and that goes for just about everything… from the sweet cards children make to the food made with love, whether it be for breakfast, brunch or even a sweet dessert any time of day!
You’ve probably heard about all of the new donut creations out there, from the cragel to the doughscuit, croisbun and even the cronut. But have you heard about the latest craze, the wonut? I’m not sure what’s next after this, but I sure was pleasantly surprised by the flavor of the wonut and how fun it was to make.
It takes more work than your average waffle, but no more work than your standard donut (or doughnut). In this case, instead of shaping dough, you’re cooking a waffle and then removing the center. Pretty easy and if you like waffles… and of course donuts, then this creation is for you!
A waffle bursting with fresh blueberries and strawberries that is then deep fried to a perfect golden shade and coated in a sweet lemon glaze, using McCormick’s pure lemon extract. It couldn’t be more fun and it’s something you’ve definitely got to try!
Treat Mom to something extra special this year that she’ll never forget!
Berry Wonuts with Lemon Glaze
Ingredients
- 2 C waffle mix
- 1/2 C blueberries fresh
- 1/2 C strawberries fresh
- 2 C powdered sugar
- 1 tsp McCormick lemon extract
- 4 Tbsp water
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron.
- In a medium bowl, prepare waffle mix as directed. Remove stems from strawberries and discard. Chop strawberries into ½-inch pieces. Add strawberries and blueberries to waffle batter, stirring gently with a rubber spatula.
- Lightly spray waffle iron with baking spray. Evenly spread batter to just cover waffle iron. Do not overfill. Cook until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Using a sharp knife or cookie cutter, carefully remove the center of each waffle.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer. Alternately, add 3-4 inches of vegetable oil to a large stockpot. Heat oil to 350°F.
- Fry one waffle at a time, cooking for 1 minute on each side or until deep golden. Drain on paper towels.
- In a medium bowl, beat together powdered sugar, lemon extract and water. Mix until smooth, adding additional water as needed for thin icing consistency.
- Dip cooled waffles in icing. Drain on a wire rack over a large baking sheet.
- Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by McCormick. As always, all thoughts and opinions are completely my own.
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Ha, I haven’t heard of the wonut yet! But it does look SO good and so clever. Awesome idea!
Thanks Amy!
you just became my hero!!
haha! Thanks Steph :)
I really want one… still! ;)
Come on over! :)
wonuts – this is something new, i wonder if breakfast places offer these options…
I’ve heard that you can find them out at shops, but where… I’m not sure.
Where has this been all my life! This is incredible! Brilliant idea!
Thanks Jennifer!
My mind is blown.
Haha! Thanks Karly :)
Ha, too funny! What will be next? These are gorgeous wonuts – I know this is a combo I’d go crazy for :)
Thanks so much Anna :)
I am obsessed with these wonuts today, can’t get over them. Maybe because I haven’t had breakfast yet but I seriously need to make these. Thanks!
Blog surfing on an empty stomach is always a bad idea ;)
Waffles are always my choice for a leisure breakfast at home. These look fabulous! Maybe if I hint loud enough I’ll get these in bed on Sunday. ;)
Have a beautiful Wednesday Rachel!
You definitely need to hint big time :)
This is such a FUN idea!!!!!!!!! I’ve been hearing so much about Wonuts!!! And your recipe has convinced me to give these a try!!!!!! :)
Thanks Samina!
This waffles are amazing, they look very delicious! Beautiful pictures!
Thanks so much! :)
These are at the top of my must-try list, Rachel. It’s my breakfast dream come true!
Thanks Sally! I hope you enjoy them! :)
Haha, wonut? That is a new one for me. Love it! Your photos look stunning, Rachel!
Thanks so much Cassie :)
Well I hadn’t heard of the wonut until now and I’m totally digging it! Who wouldn’t want a fried waffle, especially a berry lemon one!
Exactly! And thank you :)
What a sweet breakfast treat! Love that lemon glaze!
Thanks Pamela!
For some reason I think all of my woes would disappear if I had one of these. :) And maybe a latte.
A latte with a wonut sounds fantastic :)
Wonuts!! I love this!
Thanks Stephanie! :)
This looks absolutely delicious. Can’t wait to try it
Thanks Chichi!
These look SO cool! I love donuts and I love waffles- together? Perfection!!
Thanks Chloe!
wow this looks amazing!
Haha, I seriously love the name of these. Not gonna lie, ‘wonut’ reminds me of ‘wookie’ but not that they look alike in any way though ;) you should make your kids and hubs make this and a bunch of other stuff for you on Mother’s Day! lol
lol that’s a strange thing to think of… wookie.
This is seriously the coolest thing ever!!! Love love love it!!!
Thanks Jocelyn!
Oh my goodness, those are awesome and you are totally awesome for making them. I must have some WONUTS! The name alone just makes me smile. My husband and boys would love this for breakfast.
Thanks Kristen! Maybe a treat for your guys on Father’s day? :)
These are so fun!
Thanks Rachel! :)
Two of my favorite things combined. Life just got awesome!
Looks like I’m a little late to the comment party but wow, very cool dish. This is the first I’ve heard of the wonut (though I’m sure it won’t be the last) and I have to say it looks pretty darn tooting delicious. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Thanks Trevor!