Classic Gingerbread Waffles Christmas Breakfast Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to make waffles ahead of time for a party? ›

Yes, it is quite easy to make waffles that are perfect for eating on another day. By purposefully undercooking them a bit, you can then allow them to cool before wrapping them in pairs with plastic wrap and then placing them in an airtight plastic bag. (Cook them until they are still pale in color, but cooked through).

Like American pancakes they are usually served as a sweet breakfast food, topped with butter and maple syrup, bacon, and other fruit syrups, honey, or powdered sugar. They are also found in many different savory dishes, such as fried chicken and waffles or topped with kidney stew.

Bake Them in the Oven for That Crisp Finish

You probably already know the trick to keep your waffles warm by placing them in a 200°F oven until you're ready to eat. But if you set your oven a little higher, to 300°F, this trick will crisp waffles even further in addition to keeping them nice and warm.

Set up your waffle bar with a few mini and full size waffle makers and offer guests a number of ways to customize. Opt for a variety of syrups, jams, compotes, toppings and sides—from whipped cream and fresh fruit to bacon and eggs—so your guests can personalize their plates to their heart's content.

Traditionally waffles in Belgium are consumed as a dessert and served with powdered sugar, whipped cream, butter, ice cream, chocolate sauce, fruits etc. In the United States most people consume waffles for breakfast.

So while a basic waffle might have more protein, a pancake has better macros and has 20 percent fewer calories than a waffle. Waffles also tend to have more refined sugar in them than pancakes. Amy Goodson, who worked for the Dallas Cowboys, said that “pancakes are easier to turn healthy”.

Eat them warm, but they are equally very good cold. Reheating cold waffles in a hot waffle iron revives them beautifully and gives them a little crisp exterior. Keep leftover waffles in an airtight container for up to 1 week (2 weeks is fine too) as they only get better; they also freeze very well.

For one, waffle batter has a little bit more sugar, butter, and eggs than pancake batter. This helps make the waffles richer because they'll have a higher fat content. Alternatively, the pancake mix is thinner and easy to pour. The texture is another part of the equation.

To use your pancake mix to make waffles, simply add 2-3 tablespoons of oil to your pancake recipe in order to use it as a waffle recipe. So, for every cup of pancake mix, just add 2-3 tablespoons of oil.

What's the difference between a waffle and a Belgian waffle maker? ›

Waffle makers for the Belgian variety tend to have a larger, circular shape with deep, grid-like grooves. Once you add syrup or whipped cream on top, it's more likely to stay within the waffle's pockets, rather than slide off the surface.

If you're working ahead, cool the waffles and store in the fridge or freezer. When it's breakfast time you can reheat your waffles toaster oven, cut into dippable pieces, and serve with maple syrup on the side. A make-ahead breakfast your kids will love.

Grab a wire cooling rack and a warm oven.

If you're making an extra-big batch of pancakes, double that setup. Set the duo on a rack arranged in the middle of the oven, and set the temperature to 225°F. This temperature will keep the pancakes and waffles warm without continuing to cook them.

Helpful tips for making a waffle bar include keeping the waffles warm, having a designated area for toppings, and offering a variety of toppings to cater to different tastes. A waffle party is a charming and unique way to celebrate special occasions and bring people together over a delicious breakfast treat.

For the tastiest waffles with extra soft insides, make the batter the night before and rest overnight. Or, at least 2 hours. Makes the flour grain swell because it absorbs the liquid.