These homemade cinnamon waffles are a crowd-pleasing breakfast option that will leave your taste buds craving for more. The warm aroma of cinnamon combined with the sweetness of maple syrup makes these waffles truly irresistible. The batter is easy to prepare and the addition of cinnamon adds a hint of spice and warmth to the final product. Serve these waffles with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a delightful breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Whipped cream, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Grease the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or melted butter.
- Spoon the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, using about 1/2 cup of batter for each waffle.
- Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, following the instructions provided with your waffle iron.
- Remove the cooked waffles from the iron and keep warm on a wire rack while you cook the remaining batter.
- Serve the cinnamon waffles warm with maple syrup and a dollop of whipped cream. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired.
Interesting Facts
Adding cinnamon to your waffles not only enhances the flavor but also provides health benefits. Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.
You can customize these waffles by adding chopped apples or walnuts to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
Leftover waffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast.