Hawaiian Waffles

• 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
• 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
• Additional chopped macadamia nuts, toasted, optional

1. In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, until sauce begins to thicken, 12-15 minutes; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Combine egg yolks, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until combined. Stir in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter (batter will be thick).
3. Preheat waffle maker. Fill and bake according to manufacturer's directions. Serve with pineapple sauce and additional nuts if desired.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hawaiian-waffles/ (may not work)