These crispy, sweet snacks are an American favorite. With their waffle surface pattern and thin layers, they can often be found accompanied with ice cream or cooked into other baked goods.
Variations of chocolate wafers can also be found around the world. Did you know that in Egypt, there are special kinds of wafers called freska that are only sold on the beach in the summertime?
Elsewhere in the world, chocolate wafers are enjoyed as a key ingredient in Oreos, in ice cream sandwiches and countless other recipes. National Chocolate Wafer Day is truly a global affair!
No matter where or how you are eating your wafers, these delicious treats are truly worth celebrating!
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Chocolate Wafers
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1 pinch fresh ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup Firm pack light brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ounce Unsweetened chocolate, melted over hot water
DIRECTIONS:
Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and pepper together. Cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg yolk and beat until mixture is well blended. Bet in vanilla and chocolate. Add dry ingredients and mix at low speed or by hand until well blended. Form dough into 1 1/2 inches diameter log; wrap in waxed paper and chill for 3 hours to 2 days. Or store in freezer until needed.
Preheat oven 375F. Slice dough 1/8 thick with sharp knife. Place 1 1/2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet and bake in center of oven for 7 to 9 minutes. Tops will show no fingertip prints when pressed gently. Cool on wire racks and store in air tight container.
Preheat oven 375F. Slice dough 1/8 thick with sharp knife. Place 1 1/2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet and bake in center of oven for 7 to 9 minutes. Tops will show no fingertip prints when pressed gently. Cool on wire racks and store in air tight container.
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