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Easy Festive Gingerbread Waffles

Easy Festive Gingerbread Waffles
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Warm up your holidays with Easy Festive Gingerbread Waffles — fluffy, golden waffles infused with cozy gingerbread spices like ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. Perfect for family breakfasts or holiday gatherings, these waffles are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and irresistibly aromatic, delivering a festive start to your morning with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs (or 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal + 6 tablespoons water for vegan version)
  • 1 3/4 cups milk or dairy alternative
  • 1/3 cup melted butter (or coconut oil/plant-based margarine for vegan version)
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. This ensures a consistent flavor and proper rise for the waffles.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly (or flaxseed mixture for vegan). Then stir in the milk, melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and aromatic.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep waffles tender; the batter should be thick but pourable.
  4. Preheat and Grease Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron to medium-high and lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and promote crisp edges.
  5. Cook the Waffles: Pour about 1/3 to 1/2 cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Close the lid and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, or until waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
  6. Serve Warm: Carefully remove waffles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings. Keep cooked waffles warm on a wire rack placed in a low oven while finishing the remaining batter.

Notes

  • Preheat Fully: Ensure the waffle iron is hot before adding batter to achieve crispy waffles.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stir batter until just combined to keep waffles fluffy and tender.
  • Melt Butter Properly: Use melted but cooled butter to avoid scrambling eggs and ensure smooth mixing.
  • Use Fresh Spices: Freshly ground or recently purchased spices enhance flavor and aroma significantly.
  • Keep Cooked Waffles Warm: Place on a wire rack in a warm oven to maintain crispness while cooking remaining waffles.

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Keywords: gingerbread waffles, festive breakfast, holiday waffles, ginger cinnamon waffles, molasses waffles, gluten-free waffles, vegan waffles, holiday breakfast recipe

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