Cinnamon Roll Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe
These Cinnamon Roll Waffles with Cream Cheese Glaze combine the best of fluffy waffles and classic cinnamon rolls, featuring a cinnamony swirl and a rich, smooth cream cheese topping for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Batter Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Glaze
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron: Prepare your waffle iron by preheating it according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to combine the dry components evenly.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined to avoid overmixing the batter.
- Prepare cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, mix melted butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon thoroughly. Transfer this mixture into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a small corner cut for easy piping.
- Cook waffles with swirl: Lightly grease the waffle iron. Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the center of the iron. Pipe a spiral of the cinnamon mixture on top of the batter. Close the waffle iron and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes until waffles are golden brown and crisp. Repeat this process until all batter and cinnamon swirl are used.
- Make cream cheese glaze: Beat softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract and mix until the glaze is pourable and silky smooth.
- Serve: Serve the waffles warm with a generous drizzle of the cream cheese glaze over the top for a delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
- Butter the waffle iron lightly before each waffle to prevent sticking.
- For extra warmth and spice, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves to the cinnamon swirl.
- The cream cheese glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature and stir before serving.
- Serve immediately after cooking for the best texture and flavor.
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