Description
These Gingerbread Waffles combine the warm, spicy flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with a crisp and fluffy texture, perfect for holiday breakfasts or cozy brunches. The batter, enriched with molasses and fresh ginger, creates a deep, aromatic waffle that pairs beautifully with syrup and whipped cream.
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
- Mix 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 evenly combined. Set this mixture aside.
- Prepare 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 well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk thoroughly until the batter is smooth and homogeneous without lumps.
- Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to rest for about 10 minutes to let the baking powder activate and the flavors meld. Meanwhile, preheat your waffle iron on high heat to ensure a crisp texture.
- Cook the Waffles: Lightly spray the preheated waffle iron with baking spray. Using a large scoop, pour the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it evenly but not overfilling. Close the lid and cook the waffles for approximately 5 minutes or until they are deeply browned and crispy.
- Keep Waffles Warm: Transfer cooked waffles to a cooling rack placed over a baking tray and keep them warm in a low oven while you prepare the remaining waffles to serve all fresh and hot.
- Serve: Plate the waffles and serve with maple syrup and freshly whipped cream if desired for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- Leftover waffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
- Reheat frozen waffles in a toaster or oven to restore crispness before serving.
- Using room temperature ingredients helps create a smoother batter and better texture.
- Adjust the spice levels to your preference by adding more or less ground ginger and cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
