Description

Gingerbread Waffles are the perfect festive breakfast to warm your mornings during the holiday season. Infused with a delightful blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these waffles offer a light and crispy texture that isn’t overly sweet. They are easy to make and can be dressed up with various toppings such as syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream, making them ideal for family gatherings or cozy brunches with friends. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting breakfast at home, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

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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
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

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Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, molasses, fresh ginger, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently without overmixing.
Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes while preheating your waffle iron.
Spray the hot waffle iron with cooking spray and fill it with batter. Cook for approximately 5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer waffles to a cooling rack to keep warm while cooking the remaining batter.
Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle
Calories: 250
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 60mg