Description
These Best Eggnog Waffles are a festive and delicious breakfast option perfect for the holiday season. Infused with the rich flavors of nutmeg and creamy eggnog, these waffles are fluffy and flavorful. Easily prepared with simple ingredients and cooked in a waffle maker, they make a delightful treat to serve with maple syrup and butter on Christmas morning or any winter day.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 5 tbsp Butter (Melted)
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 1/2 cups Eggnog
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Nutmeg (Freshly grated if possible)
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for cooking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine the melted butter, eggnog, and eggs. Stir until fully combined, then add the sugar and mix again thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and freshly grated nutmeg until well incorporated.
- Mix Batter: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredient mixture. Stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are okay. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles light and tender.
- Prepare Waffle Maker: Lightly spray the waffle maker with nonstick cooking spray or brush melted butter on the surface to prevent sticking.
- Cook Waffles: Scoop the batter onto the preheated waffle maker. Cook according to your waffle maker’s instructions until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Serve the waffles hot with maple syrup, butter, and an optional sprinkle of freshly ground nutmeg for extra festive flavor.
Notes
- These waffles are rich in nutmeg and eggnog, perfect for Christmas morning or any holiday brunch.
- Serve them with plenty of maple syrup and butter to enhance the flavors.
- If desired, add a dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- For best results, use freshly grated nutmeg to maximize flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 494 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 409 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 176 mg
