Gingerbread Waffles

Sep 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of golden gingerbread waffles on a plate with a pat of butter and the toppings from the recipe

These gingerbread waffles feature warm spices and molasses with a rich vanilla accent, perfect for holiday breakfasts or brunch. Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, served best with maple syrup or whipped cream.

Prep 15 min

Cook 15 min

Cooling 5 min

Total 35 min

Yield 5 waffles

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Ingredients

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waffles

2.0 cups (240.0 g)all-purpose flour
¼ cup (50.0 g)dark brown sugar, packed
2.0 tsp (4.0 g)ground ginger
1.0 tsp (2.6 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground cloves
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground nutmeg
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)baking powder
½ tsp (2.5 g)baking soda
½ tsp (3.0 g)fine sea salt
2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)buttermilk
¼ cup (60.0 ml)molasses
6.0 tbsp (85.0 g)unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then whisk in the buttermilk, molasses, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to hydrate the flour and develop flavors.
Pour about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron, spreading evenly but not too thin.
Close the lid and cook according to your waffle iron's instructions, usually 4 to 6 minutes, until the waffles are crisp and deep golden brown.
Carefully remove the waffle and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serve the gingerbread waffles warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings.

Tips

For an even stronger vanilla flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
Ensure the melted butter is cooled so it doesn’t cook the eggs when mixed.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make gingerbread waffles?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, plus 5 minutes to rest. The recipe makes about 5 waffles.

How should I store gingerbread waffles?

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster or oven to restore crispness.

Can I make gingerbread waffles ahead?

You can prepare the batter up to a day in advance and refrigerate it; whisk gently before cooking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 5 servings this recipe makes.

455 Calories / serving

17.1g Fat

64.5g Carbs

10.5g Protein

27.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (5 servings): ~2275 cal · 86g fat · 323g carbs · 53g protein · 136g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 455 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 86 min·5.0 mi·~10050 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 62 min·3.1 mi·~6200 steps
Moderate cycling 46 min·9.2 mi
Swimming laps 64 min
Jogging 45 min·3.8 mi·~7200 steps
Stair climbing 42 min·~3800 steps
Dancing 74 min
Bodyweight circuit training 46 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 106 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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