Gingerbread Spelt Waffles
Start your morning with a cozy holiday twist by indulging in these Gingerbread Spelt Waffles—a delightful combination of warm spices, wholesome spelt flour, and a touch of molasses for rich, gingerbread-inspired flavor. These waffles are crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup for a healthier breakfast option. Perfectly balanced with ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, every bite is a festive treat that pairs beautifully with a drizzle of maple syrup, fresh fruit, or a dollop of whipped cream. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for weekend brunches or special occasions, offering a comforting blend of seasonal flavors while being nutritionally satisfying. Classic holiday magic meets modern health-conscious baking—these waffles are sure to become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Spelt flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 Eggs
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.25 cups Molasses
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- Nonstick cooking spray or waffle iron-safe oil
Instructions
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the spelt flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, molasses, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter until the wet ingredients are fully blended.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter may still have a few small lumps, which is okay.
Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray or waffle iron-safe oil.
Ladle the batter onto the waffle iron, following your waffle maker’s recommended amount per batch (usually about 1/3 to 1/2 cup, depending on the size of your waffle iron). Spread the batter slightly to ensure even cooking.
Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Cooking times will vary depending on your waffle iron, but it typically takes 3 to 5 minutes per batch.
Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and transfer them to a warm plate or oven (set at low heat) to keep them warm while you cook the remaining batter.
Serve the waffles immediately with your choice of toppings, such as a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, fresh berries, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 634 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 588 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
