# What You'll Need:
→ For the Waffles
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon salt
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1¾ cups whole milk
07 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ For the Cottage Cheese Whip
09 - 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
10 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
11 - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - ¼ cup heavy cream
→ For the Strawberry Topping
13 - 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
14 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain light texture.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the iron and cook until golden and crisp. Repeat with remaining batter.
06 - In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add heavy cream and blend until light and whipped.
07 - Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
08 - Serve warm waffles topped with cottage cheese whip and macerated strawberries.
