Cinnamon Wake Up Call

 

One of the best ways I like to wake up my family on a Saturday morning is by making some delicious homemade waffles. Some people prefer to reach for the quick and simple frozen ready-to-go's but when you want to make your family something special, homemade is always the way to go! Despite all the myths, cooking is not some long and tedious process! Cooking is simple if you plan ahead and does not have to be this intimidating process! IT'S ONLY FOOD!! Find enjoyment out of it, taste your product and look forward to the end results.

 

 

When I make waffles, I don't like them too sweet. I like to add different flavors into the batter so I can pair them with different toppings. Its fun and a simple way to cut back on processed sugars and fill in with seasonal fruits! Here is a simple and easy recipe for some DELICIOUS Cinnamon Waffles.

 

Yield: 5-6 large waffles

 

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon 
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 large eggs (separated)
• 1 cup milk or nonfat buttermilk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

 

Preheat the oven to 200F with a cookie sheet in the center

 

Heat waffle iron-

 

• In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, sugar and salt.
• In another bowl whisk together egg yolks, milk or buttermilk and melted butter
• Pour into dry ingredients; stir until just combined. Don't over mix.

•   In another medium bowl, whisk egg whites until stiff but not dry. Fold into the batter.

 

•  Pour about 1/2 cup onto the waffle iron and cook until lightly brown or for about 3-4 min.

•  Once waffles are done, transfer to oven until ready to serve and then pair them with your favorite items and enjoy!  

Happy Cooking!