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Gingerbread Waffles with Maple Cream (gluten free)

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I made a holiday recipe for you.  Who wants gingerbread waffles for breakfast?

You guys, I am SO excited!  After MONTHS of not having a waffle maker, my awesome family gave me one for my birthday. (Thank you, family!) And I almost forgot how much I love waffles.

And because it’s December, I thought it would fun to make a holiday waffle.

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Now you guys know that I’m all about healthy real foods.  But that doesn’t mean we can’t have something decadent and sweet for breakfast once in a while.  I mean, IT IS THE HOLIDAY SEASON. Am I right?

So here’s the deal.  These waffles are the BOMB!! They are crispy, light, and seriously delish.  They are perfectly spiced with that old-fashioned gingerbread flavor we all love. Guaranteed to put you in the holiday mood. And BONUS:  They are gluten and grain free.

And the maple cream.  Let’s talk about that cream for a moment. Maple-flavored whipped cream or whipped coconut cream to bring out the gingerbread flavor. It’s sort of like the icing on the cake. You can definitely make these yummy waffles without it, but I encourage you to just do it.  It’s so good!

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These Gingerbread Waffles are an official hit around our house.  The hubs said they taste like a real gingerbread cookie.  Little One said we should make these again and again. With more maple cream, of course.  My oldest said that they taste just like the crispy waffles you buy at the store.  I think that’s a good thing.

OK… who’s ready for a gingerbread waffle?  Lots of holiday love to you all!

xo,

Katja

P.S. In case you are wondering, THIS is the waffle maker that I got.  It’s amazing.  Perfect waffles EVERY time.  It beeps when it’s ready to use and beeps again when waffle is ready.  Plus it has a special steam release feature on the side so waffles come out super crispy.

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Gingerbread Waffles with Maple Cream (gluten free)

★★★★★ 5 from 6 reviews
  • Author: Katja from Savory Lotus
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 classic round waffles 1x
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Crispy, light, and seriously delish.  They are perfectly spiced with that old-fashioned gingerbread flavor we all love.  Gluten free.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour (I use THIS fine blanched brand)
  • 1/2 cup arrowroot powder (like this)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (I like THIS corn free brand)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg powder
  • pinch of clove powder
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup full fat coconut milk (I use THIS BPA free brand)
  • 2  tbsp blackstrap molasses (like this)
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp ghee, butter, or coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ghee, butter, or coconut oil to grease waffle maker

FOR MAPLE CREAM

  • 1 cup whipping cream OR coconut cream (the thick cream from the top of a full fat coconut milk when chilled in fridge)
  • 1–2 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat waffle maker.
  2. Whisk together almond flour, arrowroot, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove.  Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, coconut milk, molasses, maple syrup, melted fat of choice, and vanilla.
  4. Pour wet into dry and mix until smooth.
  5. Liberally brush melted fat on waffle maker. Spoon mix onto hot waffle iron.  I did about 1/2 cup per waffle. Each waffle maker will vary.  Cook until golden brown. Serve hot.
  6. To make maple cream:  whip whipping cream or coconut cream with maple syrup until soft and fluffy.

Notes

  • For crispy waffles, I recommend liberally oiling your waffle iron before making each waffle.
  • Baking powders traditionally have GMO corn in them. You can find a corn free brand HERE,   I prefer to make my own:  1 part baking soda, 2 parts cream of tartar, and 2 parts arrowroot powder.
  • Leftover waffles can be reheated in toaster oven or oven.  They crips up nicely.

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Comments

  1. Chelsea says

    December 15, 2017 at 7:12 am

    Katja, this looks awesome! I’ve been on a gingerbread kick lately. I’ll have to make some waffles this weekend, I think!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:48 pm

      I’ve been on a gingerbread kick too. It’s my fav!

      Reply
  2. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    December 18, 2017 at 9:57 am

    Oh my goodness!!! I want some! I love gingerbread! I can’t wait to make these for my family. They sound amazing!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:40 pm

      I’m right there with you. I love anything gingerbread. I think your fam will love these.

      Reply
  3. Lindsey Dietz says

    December 18, 2017 at 10:32 am

    Oh my! I was just wondering the other day how I could make gingerbread waffles! Question answered!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:40 pm

      Yay! I hope you enjoy them, Lindsey!

      Reply
  4. Jean says

    December 18, 2017 at 11:15 am

    This looks so tasty! Perfect for Christmas morning brunch.

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      YES! We are already planning on these waffles for Christmas morning.

      Reply
  5. Jessica DeMay says

    December 18, 2017 at 6:10 pm

    I think your family had an ulterior motive when buying you that waffle maker- they knew they would benefit 🙂 These look so delicious and like the perfect Christmas morning breakfast!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 19, 2017 at 12:39 pm

      HA! Seriously! They could eat waffles EVERY day. That’s why I am coming up with savory waffle recipes right now. 🙂

      Reply
  6. cristina says

    December 19, 2017 at 5:55 pm

    These look so amazing and crisp, what beautiful waffles!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 20, 2017 at 1:06 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. tina says

    December 19, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    Yum! These waffles look perfect for Christmas morning brunch!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 20, 2017 at 1:06 pm

      That’s exactly our plan!! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Carrie says

    December 20, 2017 at 5:39 pm

    what a great holiday-themed breakfast idea. Happy holidays! These look delish!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 22, 2017 at 8:29 pm

      Thanks, Carrie!

      Reply
  9. STACEY CRAWFORD says

    December 21, 2017 at 11:22 am

    These would be lovely for Xmas morning!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 22, 2017 at 8:28 pm

      I think so too! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    December 21, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    I love gingerbread flavors, and these look so perfect for a Christmas brunch!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 22, 2017 at 8:27 pm

      Exactly!!

      Reply
  11. Melissa @Realnutritiousliving says

    December 22, 2017 at 1:39 pm

    These are perfection, especially for holiday company! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 22, 2017 at 8:27 pm

      Thanks, Melissa!

      Reply
  12. Taesha Butler (The Natural Nurturer) says

    December 22, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    Oh Man! This recipe is totally perfect for Christmas morning!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 22, 2017 at 8:27 pm

      Yes! 🙂

      Reply
  13. ChihYu says

    December 25, 2017 at 7:06 pm

    So pretty and delicious as always !

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 27, 2017 at 10:53 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  14. Becky Winkler says

    December 26, 2017 at 7:42 am

    Yay! I should have put a waffle maker on my list!!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      December 27, 2017 at 10:52 pm

      YES!!

      Reply
  15. Jenna says

    March 11, 2018 at 9:00 am

    I cannot tell you how much my family
    Loves these waffles! We make them quite often and are good frozen and reheated!! Any idea the nutrition content on these? Thanks for creating this !!!

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      March 12, 2018 at 6:13 pm

      That makes me happy to hear. I don’t calculate nutrients, but you can use this site to do so —> https://www.myfitnesspal.com/ Thanks for leaving your kind feedback.

      Reply
  16. tara says

    December 26, 2019 at 8:48 pm

    Hi, for the baking powder replacement you mentioned 1part baking soda and 1part cream of tartar….. is the part meant 1 teaspoon ot tbsp. Thank you

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      January 15, 2020 at 3:12 pm

      It doesn’t matter. It depends on how much you want to make. Use tsp, if you want a small amount. If you want more, use a tbsp. Hope that makes sense. 🙂

      Reply

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