Raspberries

Chuy Berry Farms has the most delectable raspberries at the farmers market right now. A member of the rose family, raspberries come in red, black, yellow, and purple varieties and are easily recognized by their vibrant color and hollow center. Sweet, tart, and full of flavor, these berries are nutritional powerhouses packed with fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and potent antioxidants. Potassium is an essential mineral and electrolyte that supports heart health by helping regulate blood pressure, while also promoting healthy fluid balance and helping prevent muscle cramps. Raspberries are also rich in antioxidant compounds, including vitamin C, quercetin, ellagic acid, anthocyanins, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Together, these compounds help reduce oxidative stress and may support DNA repair and healthy cellular function. They also offer benefits for healthy aging, with vitamin C playing an important role in collagen production, skin health, and protection from UV-related damage. Let’s take these beautiful berries into the kitchen and make something delicious.

Raspberry and Pecan Waffles 

Yield: 6 Servings 

3 cups all-purpose unbleached flour 
2 tablespoons baking powder 
¼ teaspoon baking soda 
¼ cup brown coconut sugar 
½ tablespoon ground cinnamon 
½ teaspoon sea salt 
2 cups almond milk 
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 
1 cup pecans, chopped 
1 cup raspberries, washed and dried 

Topping:

Lots more fresh raspberries 
Maple syrup 

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle maker on medium high setting. 

2. In a measuring cup, add almond milk and apple cider vinegar and allow to sit for 5 minutes. 

3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Create a well in the center. 

4. Add the coconut oil and vanilla to the almond milk mixture. Stir to mix. 

5. Add to the well of the dry ingredients and stir together with a rubber spatula until the batter is smooth. 

6. Fold in the raspberries and pecans. 

7. Allow the batter to sit for 2 minutes. The batter will rise and thicken slightly. 

8. Spoon about ½ cup of batter into your preheated waffle maker. Cook according to your waffle maker. 

9. Repeat with remaining batter, keeping waffles covered and warm until you’ve used up all the batter. 

10. Serve hot topped with extra raspberries and maple syrup.