Eggnog-flavored waffles a la mode

Ingredients:

Waffles

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 packet (7 g) active dry yeast (about 2 and 1/4 tsp)
• 2 cups premium flour
• 1.5 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp salt
• A pinch of ground cloves
• 110g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, plus extra for greasing
• 2 large eggs + 1 egg yolk, lightly beat everything together
• 1 tbsp spiced rum

Topping

• 1/3 tbsp. dulce de leche
• 1 teaspoon spiced rum
• A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
• Vanilla or eggnog ice cream, for serving

Preparation:

1. Prepare the waffles:

   
   In a medium saucepan, heat the milk and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 40°C (104°F). Remove from heat. Add the yeast and stir until completely dissolved. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
   
2. Meanwhile, combine the flour, nutmeg, salt, and cloves in a large bowl; make a well in the center. Stir the melted butter into the milk mixture, then pour the liquid into the well and knead into a dough (it's okay if there are a few small lumps). Cover with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature until the dough has doubled in size and is bubbly, about 1 1/2 hours.
3. Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C). Place a rack on a baking sheet. Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions and lightly grease it with melted butter. Stir in the eggs, egg yolk, and rum. The batter will deflate. Working in batches, fill the waffle iron about three-quarters full with batter and cook until golden brown and crisp, 3-7 minutes. Transfer the waffles to the rack and keep them in the warm oven while you cook the next batch.

4. Prepare the topping:

   
   In a small bowl, combine dulce de leche, rum, and nutmeg; stir until smooth. Gradually add 2-3 teaspoons of warm water until the glaze is thin enough to drizzle over the waffles. Drizzle the sauce over the waffles and serve.