Chai waffles with caramelised pears

To make the caramelised pears

1. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a frying pan on a medium heat.
2. Add the pear slices and fry on each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
3. Remove the pears from the pan and set to one side.
4. Add the sweetener, remaining butter, vanilla paste and cinnamon to the warm pan, place on a medium heat and stir until melted.
5. Return the pear slices to the pan, turn them so that they are coated in the sauce and add the lemon zest.
6. Transfer the mixture to an oven dish and keep warm.

To make the gluten free waffles

1. Switch on your waffle maker to preheat.
2. Place all of the waffle ingredients into a bowl and beat with an electric mixer on high speed for 1 minute.
3. Spray or brush the inside of the heated waffle maker with rapeseed oil.
4. Start making your waffles by spooning the mix into your machine and cook for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
5. Once cooked, stack your waffles on a plate and keep warm by covering with foil.

To serve

• Serve the caramelised pears on top of the warm waffles.

TIP

A light dusting of cinnamon on top of the pears is a lovely addition, as is a dollop of crème fraiche.