Description
These Cinnamon Sugar Waffles are a delightful breakfast treat featuring a perfectly crisp exterior with a warm, fluffy interior, enhanced by a sweet cinnamon sugar topping baked into each waffle for an extra burst of flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy morning, they combine classic waffle ingredients with aromatic cinnamon and a touch of vanilla.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 3/4 cups milk, warm
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Begin by preheating your waffle iron to ensure it’s hot and ready for the batter, which helps achieve a crispy texture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, warm milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until everything is well incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while whisking gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix to keep the waffles tender.
- Rest Batter: Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes, letting the baking powder activate and the mixture to slightly thicken for better texture.
- Prepare Topping: While the batter rests, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl for the cinnamon sugar topping.
- Cook Waffles: Ladle the batter onto the preheated waffle iron without overfilling to avoid dense waffles. Spread batter evenly.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar: Lightly sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter on the waffle iron, then use a butter knife to gently smooth it into the batter, avoiding thick layers.
- Finish Cooking: Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Note that sugar may stick to the iron; if this happens, add a small amount of batter on top of the cinnamon sugar and spread it thinly to reduce mess.
- Serve: Serve the waffles immediately topped with butter and maple syrup. For extra flavor, sprinkle a little additional cinnamon sugar on top before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough waffles.
- Allowing the batter to rest helps achieve a fluffier texture.
- Be cautious not to overfill the waffle iron to prevent dense waffles and mess.
- If sugar sticks to the waffle iron, add a thin layer of batter over the sugar before closing the lid.
- Serve waffles immediately for best crispness and flavor.
