# Components:
→ Waffle Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 3 large eggs
11 - 1 3/4 cups milk
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings & Decorations
15 - 1 cup whipped cream
16 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
17 - 1 cup assorted holiday candies (gumdrops, chocolate buttons, etc.)
18 - 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
19 - 1/2 cup chocolate chips
20 - 1/2 cup small pretzel sticks
21 - 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
22 - 1/2 cup banana slices
23 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
24 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the waffle iron following the manufacturer's instructions.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs with milk, melted butter, molasses, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain lightness.
05 - Lightly oil the waffle iron. Pour approximately 1/2 cup of batter per waffle onto the hot surface. Cook until waffles turn golden brown and have a crisp texture. Repeat with remaining batter.
06 - Arrange the cooked waffles on a serving platter. Place toppings and decorative items buffet-style to allow guests to assemble their own gingerbread waffle creations.
07 - Serve waffles immediately, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup as desired.
