This breakfast is wonderfully indulgent with fluffy waffles, crisp maple-glazed bacon and sweet berries packed with goodness. The thyme honey adds a delicate herbal note that makes the whole dish feel extra special, balancing the sweet and salty flavours beautifully. 

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the waffles:

• 200g plain flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp caster sugar
• 2 eggs
• 300ml milk
• 60g melted butter

For the bacon:

• 8 rashers streaky bacon
• 3 tbsp maple syrup

To serve:

• 200g fresh berries (British if in season)
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

Method:

1. Heat the oven to 180°C fan / 200°C.
2. Lay the bacon on a lined tray, bake for 10–12 minutes until sticky and crisp. Remove the tray from the oven and brush the bacon with maple syrup and bake for 3 more minutes until crispy.
3. To make the waffle batter, mix the flour, baking powder and sugar in a bowl.
4. Whisk together the eggs, milk and melted butter, then stir into the dry ingredients.
5. Cook the batter in a waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Mix the honey with the thyme leaves.
7. Serve the waffles topped with bacon, fresh berries and thyme honey.