Description
These Gingerbread Waffles bring the warm, cozy flavors of the holiday season to your breakfast table. Made with a blend of fragrant spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, combined with molasses for that classic rich sweetness, these waffles are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for serving with syrup and freshly whipped cream, they make a festive and comforting treat any time of year.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 ½ tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. ground ginger
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp. ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves until well blended. Set this mixture aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large measuring cup or bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, whole milk, eggs, molasses, freshly grated ginger, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the batter is smooth, and no lumps remain.
- Let Batter Rest: Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes. This resting period helps the batter to hydrate and results in lighter waffles. Meanwhile, preheat your waffle iron on high heat.
- Prepare Waffle Iron and Cook: Spray the preheated waffle iron with baking spray to prevent sticking. Use a large scoop to pour batter onto the iron, spreading it evenly.
- Cook Waffles: Cook each waffle for approximately 5 minutes or until they turn deeply brown and crispy on the outside.
- Keep Waffles Warm: Transfer the cooked waffles to a cooling rack placed over a baking tray and keep them warm in a low oven while you finish cooking the remaining batter.
- Serve: Serve the warm gingerbread waffles with syrup and freshly whipped cream, if desired, for a delightful breakfast or brunch experience.
Notes
- Leftover waffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- For longer storage, freeze waffles in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Reheat in a toaster or oven to maintain crispness.
- Make sure eggs and milk are at room temperature for better batter consistency.
- You can customize toppings such as fresh fruit, nuts, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
