Cinnamon Waffles

Waffles made from scratch taste so much better than any frozen version, and the beauty is, they’re not at all hard to make. Our cinnamon waffles recipe is delightfully easy, and the hint of cinnamon within makes them extra flavorful. The homemade cinnamon honey butter syrup to go on top is so delicious, you may want to make it on its own to go with biscuits, a bagel or even toast.

These cinnamon waffles can be frozen for later too—just pop them in the toaster to reheat them, much like store-bought waffles, yet infinitely better.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Waffles

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•   All-purpose flour: Standard all-purpose flour works well for making these waffles, no specialty flour necessary.
• Brown sugar: Brown sugar adds a slight molasses note to the flavor. It also helps them brown.
• Baking powder: Baking powder helps the waffles rise as they cook.
• Ground cinnamon: Cinnamon adds a lovely, subtle flavor to the waffles.
• Separated eggs: This cinnamon waffle recipe calls for eggs that are room temperature and have the whites and yolks separated. Beating the egg whites and adding them in last makes the waffles extra fluffy, just one of our steps to make the perfect pancakes.
• Milk: The 2% milk has less fat than whole milk and adds a little flavor to these waffles.
• Canola oil: The oil helps the waffles cook evenly.
• Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds a wonderful vanilla fragrance and hint of flavor to these waffles.
• Butter, honey and ground cinnamon: This trio joins forces for a scrumptious cinnamon honey butter waffle syrup.

Directions 

Step 1: Combine the dry ingredients

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In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.

Step 2: Whisk the wet ingredients

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In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk, oil and vanilla, then stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients just until they’re moistened.

Step 3: Beat the egg whites

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In another small bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them into the batter.

Step 4: Bake the waffles

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Bake the waffles in a preheated waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s directions, cooking until they’re golden brown.

Step 5: Make the syrup

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In a microwave, melt the butter, honey and cinnamon, then stir until the mixture is smooth. Serve the waffles warm, topped with syrup.

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Cinnamon Waffle Variations

• Chocolate, please: Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa into the flour mixture, then follow the recipe as directed. The end result: lovely chocolate waffles with a hint of cinnamon.
• Bacon-cheddar time: Follow this recipe to make the batter, but without the vanilla and cinnamon. Stir in four cooked and crumbled bacon strips and 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, then cook as directed.
• Make dairy-free orange-almond waffles: Use unsweetened almond milk instead of 2% milk. Prepare the recipe as directed, adding 2 teaspoons orange zest and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract to the wet mixture.
• Pesto-Parmesan waffles: For another lovely savory waffle variety, prepare the batter as directed, once again eliminating the vanilla extract and cinnamon. Stir in 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of prepared pesto, then cook as directed.

How to Store Cinnamon Waffles

Once the waffles have cooled, store them in an airtight container. They’ll keep in the refrigerator for several days. The batter itself could also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a day or so, but it may need to be whisked a little before using, as the ingredients tend to separate.

Can you freeze cinnamon waffles?

Yes, these waffles freeze quite well, so they’re a great recipe for those days when you have time to whip up a batch now and save some for later. Arrange the cooked waffles (without syrup) in a single layer on a baking tray, then place the tray in the freezer. Freeze the waffles for several hours or overnight until they’re firm. Transfer the waffles to a freezer container or zippered freezer bags. To freeze the syrup, pour it into a freezer container. The waffles and syrup will keep, frozen, for up to two months. Reheat the waffles in a toaster when you’re ready to enjoy them again. Warm the syrup in the microwave until it’s heated through, then serve it with the waffles.

Cinnamon Waffle Tips

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Why are my waffles not as fluffy and light as they could be?

Overmixing the batter could cause the waffles to be a little chewy, as the more you stir, the more you overwork the gluten in the batter. After you add the wet ingredients, stop stirring once the dry ingredients are moist.

Can I really reheat these in a toaster if they’re frozen?

Yes, once frozen, these feel similar to a packaged frozen waffle, nice and firm and ready to heat.

I don’t have 2% milk. Can I use a different milk?

Yes, this recipe works just as well using whole milk, a nondairy milk or even half-and-half cream. The 2% milk has less milkfat than the other varieties of regular dairy milk or half-and-half, so using one of these other ingredients will result in richer flavor, due to the milkfat.