Gingerbread waffles are a festive twist on classic waffles, infused with the warm, spicy flavors of the holiday season. These waffles are made with a batter featuring molasses, brown sugar, and a blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, giving them a rich, deep flavor and a cozy aroma. The waffles are light and crispy on the outside, with a soft and tender interior, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert. They pair beautifully with toppings like whipped cream, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or even a drizzle of cream cheese glaze. Gingerbread waffles are a delightful way to bring holiday cheer to the table.
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Gingerbread Waffles
Gingerbread Waffles
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Category
Breakfast
Servings
4
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Gingerbread waffles are a festive twist on classic waffles, infused with the warm, spicy flavors of the holiday season. These waffles are made with a batter featuring molasses, brown sugar, and a blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, giving them a rich, deep flavor and a cozy aroma. The waffles are light and crispy on the outside, with a soft and tender interior, making them perfect for breakfast or dessert. They pair beautifully with toppings like whipped cream, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or even a drizzle of cream cheese glaze. Gingerbread waffles are a delightful way to bring holiday cheer to the table.
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups milk, warmed to room temperature
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
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1 cup light or dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- Melted butter or cooking spray for coating the waffle iron
- Powdered sugar for serving, optional
Directions
To make the waffle batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, and egg until everything is well incorporated. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder and salt together.
Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. (I usually pour half of the flour into the wet ingredients and stir until the flour is absorbed before adding the rest of the flour.) Mix until you no longer see streaks of flour. Small lumps are okay.
To cook the waffle
Warm the waffle iron for at least 5 minutes, or until a drop of water sizzles on contact with the griddle.
Brush melted butter onto the waffle iron or coat with cooking spray. Scoop 2/3 to 3/4 cup of the batter into the waffle iron and use the bottom of the cup to spread the batter around into the edges. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or according to your waffle maker's instructions, until the waffles are golden brown on the outside. Remove the waffle from the iron with tongs or a fork and place on a cooling rack.
Cook the remaining waffles and serve immediately. Sprinkle waffles with powdered sugar, if you like, or serve with whipped cream and maple syrup.