Apple Fritter Waffles with Spiced Whipped Cream
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One of the flavors that I love to enjoy each fall is apple! I have done an apple week each fall over the past few years, and this week is the week for 2017. Fall is my favorite season, besides the coolness in the air and the bright colored leaves; the food is part of the reason I love it so much. This recipe for Apple Fritter Waffles with Spiced Whipped Cream is actually my favorite from all of the tasty recipes I have lined up for you this week. I think this is partly because I love breakfast and waffles.
These waffles have a lovely light cinnamon flavor, paired perfectly with tender, juicy apples. I have an apple cider syrup and caramel syrup that would be fabulous to serve with these. However, I chose to serve them with Buttermilk Syrup and finish them off with a spiced whipped cream. The Buttermilk Syrup also has a caramel-like flavor.
Can I tell you that the combination of those 3 things is a knock out! It was spicy, caramely (I think I just made up that word and the next one), appley goodness!!!!!!!! It was pure fall heaven eating these apple fritter waffles with spiced whipped cream! I’m including a recipe for spiced whipped cream as a bonus. You use apple spice in it, but it could also be made with pumpkin spice to go along with a pumpkin recipe!
Ingredients for Apple Fritter Waffles
- FLOUR
- BAKING SODA
- BAKING POWDER
- SALT
- EGGS
- BUTTERMILK
- VANILLA
- BROWN SUGAR
- APPLE
Instructions for Apple Fritter Waffles
Start by whisking together the dry ingredients in a medium bowl: flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients—eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and brown sugar—and whisk until smooth and well blended.
Pour the dry mixture into the wet mixture and whisk gently just until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the diced apples, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Preheat your waffle maker and lightly grease it if needed. Cook the batter according to your waffle maker’s instructions—use about ½ cup of batter for a standard waffle iron or 1 cup for a Belgian-style waffle maker. This recipe yields 8 regular waffles or 4 Belgian waffles, each one golden, fluffy, and packed with cozy apple flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use regular milk instead of buttermilk?
Yes! If you don’t have buttermilk, make a quick substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before using.
What kind of apples work best?
Firm, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn hold their shape and add great flavor. Softer apples may turn mushy during cooking.
Can I make the batter ahead of time?
It’s best to cook the waffles right after mixing to keep them light and fluffy. If needed, you can prep the dry and wet ingredients separately the night before and combine in the morning.
Can I freeze leftover waffles?
Absolutely! Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before transferring to a freezer bag. Reheat in a toaster or oven for a quick breakfast treat.
How do I know how much batter to use in my waffle maker?
Follow your waffle maker’s instructions. As a general guide: use ½ cup for standard waffles and 1 cup for Belgian-style waffles.
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Apple Fritter Waffles
Real Mom Kitchen
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups finely diced apple
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and brown sugar.
- Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and whisk together just until smooth. Then fold in the diced apple.
- Cook batter according to your waffle maker instructions. I use ½ batter for my regular waffle iron and 1 cup for my Belgian waffle maker. Makes 8 regular waffles or 4 Belgian waffles.
Nutrition
Spiced Whipped Cream
Real Mom Kitchen
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp apple pie spice can also use pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a medium bowl and beat with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
Nutrition
Recipe adapted from Cosmopolitan Cornbread.
