Save A festive and interactive breakfast featuring spiced gingerbread waffles, seasonal toppings, and decorative treats for building delicious edible houses.
I love hosting this waffle bar during the holidays because it brings everyone together to build and decorate their own little edible houses.
Ingredients
- Waffle Batter: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 tsp ground ginger, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 3 large eggs, 1 3/4 cups milk, 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted, 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Toppings & Decorations: 1 cup whipped cream, 1 cup mini marshmallows, 1 cup assorted holiday candies (gumdrops chocolate buttons etc), 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies, 1/2 cup chocolate chips, 1/2 cup small pretzel sticks, 1/2 cup sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup banana slices, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Cook Waffles:
- Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour batter onto the hot iron, using about 1/2 cup per waffle (adjust for size), and cook until golden and crisp. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve:
- Arrange waffles on a platter. Set out toppings and decorations buffet-style so everyone can build and decorate their own gingerbread waffle house. Serve immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup if desired.
Save My family looks forward to this waffle bar every year as a fun holiday tradition that everyone can enjoy together.
Notes
Serve with hot cocoa or spiced cider for extra holiday cheer.
Required Tools
Waffle iron, Mixing bowls, Whisk, Measuring cups and spoons, Serving platters and bowls
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten) eggs milk and possibly nuts/soy (from candies and chocolate). Double-check candy and chocolate ingredients for allergens.
Save This gingerbread waffle bar is a festive way to celebrate the season and make breakfast an interactive delight.
Kitchen Help
- → How do I achieve crispy waffles with this batter?
Ensure your waffle iron is well preheated and lightly greased. Cook the batter until waffles turn golden brown and crisp on the edges for the best texture.
- → Can I prepare the batter ahead of time?
Yes, you can mix the batter and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Give it a gentle stir before cooking to combine any settled ingredients.
- → What alternatives can I use for all-purpose flour?
A gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free option. Just ensure it is suitable for waffles to maintain texture.
- → How can I keep waffles warm when making multiple batches?
Place cooked waffles on a baking sheet in a low oven (around 200°F) to keep them warm and crisp until serving.
- → What toppings pair best with these spiced waffles?
Whipped cream, mini marshmallows, holiday candies, crushed peppermint, chocolate chips, pretzel sticks, and fresh fruit like strawberries and bananas complement the spice perfectly.