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Homemade gingerbread waffles recipe with whipped cream and maple syrup on a white kitchen counter, overhead shot

Fluffy Gingerbread Waffles

Fluffy gingerbread waffles with warm holiday spices and molasses — the perfect Christmas morning breakfast.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 waffles (about 3 servings of 2 waffles each)
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $7 (depending on pantry staples)

Equipment

  • 1 Belgian waffle maker
  • 1 Large mixing bowls
  • 1 Wire whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure and fluffiness
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Adds sweetness and molasses notes
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Ensures perfect rise
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Classic gingerbread spice
  • ½ teaspoon Ground ginger Adds warmth and zing
  • ½ teaspoon Ground nutmeg Aromatic depth
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground cloves Authentic gingerbread flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon Allspice Rounds out the spice blend
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients
  • 1 ¾ cups Buttermilk Creates tender texture
  • cup Molasses Star ingredient
  • ¼ cup Melted butter Adds richness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor

Instructions

  • Whisk dry ingredients together.
  • Beat eggs and add wet ingredients.
  • Fold wet into dry, rest 5 min.
  • Preheat and grease waffle maker.
  • Cook until golden and crisp.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 2waffles | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 2.5mg