Express Gingerbread Waffle Stacks (Printable Version)

Warm spiced gingerbread waffles stacked with whipped cream and maple syrup for a cozy start or sweet finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 3/4 cups milk
11 - 1/3 cup molasses
12 - 1/4 cup brown sugar
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Stacking & Serving

15 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
16 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
17 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
18 - Maple syrup, for drizzling

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, molasses, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, leaving some lumps for optimal texture.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron with butter or oil. Pour batter to cover the surface and cook until golden brown, following the manufacturer's guidelines. Repeat with remaining batter.
06 - While waffles cook, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
07 - Layer 2 to 3 waffles per serving, placing dollops of whipped cream between each layer.
08 - Drizzle with maple syrup and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive and flavorful spiced waffles
  • Simple to prepare and perfect for breakfast or dessert
02 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles fluffy.
  • Waffles freeze well and can be reheated in a toaster.
03 -
  • Whip the cream just until soft peaks form to avoid overwhipping.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
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