Waffle Cigar 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for sweet cigars)

For the Filling:

• Sweet option: Chocolate hazelnut spread, whipped cream, or fruit compote.
• Savory option: Cream cheese and smoked salmon, or ham and cheese.

Equipment:

• Waffle maker (preferably one that makes thinner waffles)
• Wooden dowels or clean cylindrical objects to roll the waffles

Instructions:

1. Prepare Waffle Batter:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
   • In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract if using.
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Let the batter sit for a few minutes.
2. Preheat Waffle Maker:
   • Heat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If available, adjust the settings to make the waffles as thin as possible.
3. Cook Waffles:
   • Pour enough batter onto the center of the waffle iron to thinly cover the surface once the lid is closed.
   • Cook the waffle until it is golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes depending on your waffle maker.
4. Form Cigars:
   • Immediately after the waffle is cooked, wrap it around a wooden dowel or cylindrical object while it is still hot and pliable. Be careful to avoid burns.
   • Hold the waffle in place for a few seconds as it cools to set its shape. Then gently slide it off the dowel.
5. Fill the Waffle Cigars:
   • For sweet cigars, pipe in chocolate hazelnut spread, whipped cream, or fruit compote.
   • For savory cigars, fill with a mixture of cream cheese and smoked salmon, or a slice of ham wrapped around cheese.
6. Serve:
   • Serve immediately while the waffle cigars are crispy.
   • If desired, dust sweet waffle cigars with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate.

These waffle cigars are a creative and elegant way to enjoy the classic comfort of waffles, perfect for parties, brunches, or a unique dessert option!