Belgian Sugar Waffles

1 (0.25) oz package yeast

small amount of lukewarm water (a little less than 1/4 cup)

1/3 cup milk

1.5 TBSP white sugar

1/8 tsp salt

2 cups flour

3 eggs

1 cup melted butter

1 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 tsp ground cinnamon

3/4 cup smashed sugar cubes (place in plastic freezer bag and smash with a meat tenderizer or rolling pin)

Mix the yeast, water, and sugar in a bowl and let sit for 15 minutes. Pour the yeast mixture into the flour, milk, and salt and mix until blended. Add the eggs, butter, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mix well and let the dough rest for 30 minutes. Mix in the smashed sugar cubes and scoop about 2" of dough into the waffle iron. (warning: waffle iron will become sticky)