Gingerbread Waffles with Syrup (Printable)
Warm spiced waffles infused with gingerbread flavors, topped with rich maple syrup for a comforting treat.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
07 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
12 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/4 cup molasses
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ To Serve
15 - Maple syrup, warmed
16 - Whipped cream (optional)
17 - Fresh berries (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat your waffle iron following the manufacturer's guidelines.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add whole milk, melted unsalted butter, molasses, and vanilla extract; whisk until the mixture is homogeneous.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are acceptable to avoid overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron with butter or a non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
06 - Pour batter onto the preheated waffle iron according to its capacity, close the lid, and cook until waffles are golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
07 - Serve waffles immediately with warm maple syrup; optionally add whipped cream or fresh berries.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The blend of gingerbread spices makes each bite feel like a festive hug you're sharing with a close friend
- It's quick enough for a weekday morning yet special enough for holiday gatherings
02 -
- Don't skip preheating the waffle iron; it's key for that crispy exterior
- Mixing gently and keeping lumps ensures your waffles stay tender, not rubbery
03 -
- Use melted unsalted butter instead of oil for richer flavor and better texture
- Let the batter rest 5 minutes to improve the rise and texture of waffles