Description
Enjoy warm and spiced gingerbread buttermilk waffles that combine rich molasses flavors with tangy buttermilk. These waffles are perfect for a cozy breakfast or holiday brunch, crisp on the outside and tender inside with delightful hints of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Begin by heating your waffle iron until it reaches the proper temperature for cooking to ensure crisp and evenly cooked waffles.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and brown sugar until well blended and spices are evenly distributed.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, making sure not to overmix to keep the waffles tender.
- Cook the waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron if necessary, then pour batter onto the iron. Cook until the waffles are crisp and golden brown, typically about 4-6 minutes depending on your waffle maker. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve: Serve the waffles warm, topped with your choice of whipped cream or pure maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the batter; some lumps are okay.
- Serve with whipped cream or maple syrup to enhance the gingerbread flavor.
- Waffles can be kept warm in a low oven (200°F) while cooking the remainder of the batter.
- To store, keep waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
