Save to Pinterest Fluffy, warmly spiced gingerbread waffles layered and topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of maple syrup—perfect for a festive breakfast or dessert.
This recipe came about when I wanted a cozy holiday breakfast that was quick to prepare yet indulgent enough to impress guests.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- Wet Ingredients: 2 large eggs, 1 3/4 cups (420 ml) milk, 1/3 cup (80 ml) molasses, 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter melted and cooled, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Stacking & Serving: 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, Maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron:
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturers instructions.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl whisk together the flour baking powder baking soda salt ginger cinnamon nutmeg and cloves.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl whisk together the eggs milk molasses brown sugar melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined (do not overmix some lumps are fine).
- Cook Waffles:
- Lightly grease the waffle iron with butter or oil Pour enough batter to cover the irons surface and cook according to the manufacturers instructions until golden brown Repeat with remaining batter.
- Whip Cream:
- While waffles cook whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Assemble:
- Layer waffles with dollops of whipped cream between each layer stacking 2-3 waffles per serving.
- Serve:
- Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest This recipe became a holiday tradition for our family especially enjoyed during chilly winter mornings together.
Required Tools
Waffle iron Two mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons Electric mixer or hand whisk Spatula
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) eggs milk and butter (dairy) Check labels for potential allergen cross-contamination if using pre-packaged ingredients.
Nutritional Information
Per serving Calories 460 Total Fat 21 g Carbohydrates 60 g Protein 9 g
Save to Pinterest Enjoy your gingerbread waffle stacks topped with fresh whipped cream and a generous drizzle of maple syrup for a perfect holiday treat.
Ask About This Recipe
- → What gives the waffles their warm spice flavor?
A blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves provides the waffles' warm and aromatic spice character.
- → Can these waffles be made ahead and reheated?
Yes, waffles freeze well and can be quickly reheated in a toaster without losing texture or flavor.
- → How is the fluffy texture achieved in these waffles?
Using baking powder and baking soda in the batter helps create a light, airy texture when cooked in the waffle iron.
- → What toppings complement these gingerbread waffles?
Softly whipped cream with powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup perfectly complement the spiced waffles, adding sweetness and creaminess.
- → Are there any suggestions to enhance the flavor or texture?
Adding a pinch of black pepper to the batter adds a subtle depth, and substituting whole wheat flour for half the flour offers a heartier texture.