Cinnamon Roll Waffles Cream Cheese
A delicious twist on two breakfast favorites, combining soft, fluffy waffles with gooey cinnamon rolls, topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze.
Ingredients
For the Waffles
- 2 cups all-purpose flour For the base of the waffles.
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt To enhance flavors.
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk For moisture and richness.
- 2 large eggs For binding the batter.
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted For richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted For the cinnamon filling.
- 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar For sweetness and depth.
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon For the signature flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened For the glaze.
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar For sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons milk To thin the glaze.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay.
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Transfer this mixture into a piping bag or plastic zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off.
Cooking
- Lightly grease the waffle iron.
- Pour about 1/2 cup of batter into the center of the hot waffle iron.
- Pipe a spiral of the cinnamon mixture onto this batter.
- Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden and crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
- Repeat this process until all the batter and cinnamon swirl mixture is used.
Making the Glaze
- In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until the glaze is pourable.
Serving
- Serve the waffles warm, generously drizzling with the cream cheese topping.
Notes
Cinnamon Roll Waffles are best served fresh and warm. You can add fresh berries, nuts, or maple syrup for additional flavor. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.