Gaufre

/ˈɡɔːf(rə)/ noun

Definition

A thin crisp cake or waffle, often with a honeycomb or waffle-like texture.

Etymology

French word for waffle, from Germanic roots; used in English to describe fancy thin cookies with embossed patterns.

Kelly Says

A 'gaufre' is a waffle that's been baked until delightfully crispy—the French have had a fancy word for what Americans just call a 'waffle cookie' for centuries.

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