Description
These Deliciously Sweet Carrot Cake Waffles combine the warm spices and moist texture of classic carrot cake with the crispiness of waffles. Topped with a smooth cream cheese drizzle, they make a perfect indulgent breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Cream Cheese Drizzle
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Make batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined to avoid overmixing, which could toughen the waffles.
- Fold in carrots and walnuts: Gently fold in the finely grated carrots and chopped walnuts if using, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Cook waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron and pour in enough batter to cover the waffle grid. Cook the waffles for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Prepare cream cheese drizzle: While the waffles are cooking, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Serve warm: Serve the freshly cooked waffles warm, drizzled generously with the cream cheese glaze for a sweet and tangy finish.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, serve the waffles with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of toasted coconut.
- Walnuts are optional but add a pleasant crunch and nutty flavor.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute with regular milk plus a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar stirred in and left to sit for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: carrot cake waffles, cream cheese drizzle, breakfast waffles, sweet waffles, brunch recipe, carrot waffles
