22 Fun Christmas Waffle Recipes to Kick Off the Morning -

Introduction

Christmas mornings feel even more special when breakfast brings a little magic to the table. These Christmas waffle recipes are cheerful, comforting, and full of seasonal flavor — perfect for holiday gatherings, family mornings, or slow winter weekends. Whether you love bright spices, fruity toppings, or chocolate-kissed treats, you’ll find plenty of festive inspiration below.

1. Classic Christmas Cinnamon Waffles

These cinnamon waffles bring cozy Christmas flavor with a simple, comforting touch.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups milk
2 large eggs
4 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Whisk flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, butter, and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
Cook in waffle maker for 3–4 minutes until golden.

How to Serve It

Top with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or warm apples.

2. Gingerbread Spice Waffles

Rich spices make these waffles smell like fresh gingerbread.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
1 tbsp ginger
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
1/4 cup molasses
4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix flour, spices, baking powder, and salt.
Whisk eggs, milk, molasses, and butter.
Combine mixtures without overmixing.
Cook 4 minutes until deep golden.

How to Serve It

Add whipped cream and cinnamon sugar.

3. Peppermint Chocolate Chip Waffles

A bright peppermint crunch pairs perfectly with melty chocolate.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 3/4 cups milk
2 eggs
4 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup crushed peppermint

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients and stir into dry.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Cook 3–4 minutes.
Top with crushed peppermint.

How to Serve It

Add whipped cream and extra chocolate drizzle.

4. Cranberry Orange Waffles

Tangy cranberries and citrus create a bright Christmas flavor.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp orange zest
1/2 cup chopped cranberries

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Whisk milk, eggs, butter, and orange zest.
Combine and fold in cranberries.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with orange syrup or fresh berries.

5. Hot Chocolate Waffles

A chocolate base gives these waffles a cozy hot-chocolate feel.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups flour
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1/3 cup sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla
Mini marshmallows for topping

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Mix eggs, milk, butter, and vanilla.
Combine and cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add marshmallows and chocolate syrup.

6. Apple Cinnamon Waffles

Warm apples make this feel like a Christmas market treat.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp baking powder
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 cup diced apples

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Whisk wet ingredients.
Fold in apples.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add warm sautéed apples or caramel sauce.

7. Eggnog Waffles

Eggnog adds a rich holiday flavor and fluffy texture.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups eggnog
1/2 cup milk
4 tbsp melted butter
Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Combine dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Stir together and cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Sprinkle nutmeg and add whipped cream.

8. Red Velvet Waffles

These waffles bring a festive pop of color and sweet flavor.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp cocoa
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
2 tsp red food coloring

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Combine and cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add cream cheese icing or berries.

9. Snickerdoodle Waffles

Cinnamon sugar creates a soft cookie-like crust.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Cook 3–4 minutes.
Dust with cinnamon sugar.

How to Serve It

Serve with vanilla syrup.

10. White Chocolate Raspberry Waffles

Sweet white chocolate pairs beautifully with tart berries.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup raspberries
1/3 cup melted white chocolate

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Fold in raspberries gently.
Cook for 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Drizzle with white chocolate.

11. Apple Ginger Waffles

A warming ginger kick complements sweet apples.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp ginger
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 cup diced apples

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Combine dry ingredients.
Stir wet ingredients.
Fold apples into batter.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with warm apple slices.

12. Chocolate Hazelnut Waffles

A rich chocolate flavor meets creamy hazelnut topping.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp cocoa
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
Hazelnut spread for topping

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix all dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Spread with hazelnut chocolate and berries.

13. Carrot Cake Waffles

Soft, sweet, and lightly spiced — like holiday carrot cake.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp baking powder
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 cup grated carrots

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Combine dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Fold in carrots.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add cream cheese drizzle.

14. Maple Pecan Waffles

Nutty pecans bring warmth and crunch.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Stir wet ingredients.
Fold in pecans.
Cook for 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with toasted pecans and maple syrup.

15. Strawberry Cheesecake Waffles

A creamy topping makes these taste like dessert for breakfast.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
Cream cheese topping
Fresh strawberries

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add cream cheese and strawberries.

16. Chocolate Peppermint Swirl Waffles

A swirl pattern makes these festive and fun.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
2 tbsp cocoa
1/2 tsp peppermint extract

Instructions

Make basic batter.
Divide: add cocoa to one half.
Pour alternating spoonfuls into waffle maker.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with crushed peppermint.

17. Banana Nutmeg Waffles

Soft bananas add moisture and a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups milk
4 tbsp melted butter
1 large banana, mashed
Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients and banana.
Combine and cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add sliced bananas and syrup.

18. Blueberry Vanilla Waffles

A simple berry-filled classic with Christmas-morning charm.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
1 cup blueberries
1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Fold in blueberries.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add warm blueberry sauce.

19. Brown Sugar Waffles

Brown sugar creates a deeper caramel flavor.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Pair with syrup or fruit.

20. Almond Vanilla Waffles

Delicate almond and vanilla make these feel bakery-fresh.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp almond extract
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Combine dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with almonds and powdered sugar.

21. Orange Vanilla Waffles

A fresh and uplifting flavor for a cheerful holiday breakfast.

Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
1 tbsp orange zest

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients and zest.
Cook 3–4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Add citrus syrup or whipped cream.

22. Chocolate Cranberry Waffles

A festive mix of sweet chocolate and tart cranberries.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 cup cocoa
3 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 eggs
2 cups milk
4 tbsp butter
1/2 cup cranberries

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.
Mix dry ingredients.
Mix wet ingredients.
Fold in cranberries.
Cook 4 minutes.

How to Serve It

Top with powdered sugar and berries.

Conclusion

Christmas mornings feel extra joyful when a warm waffle breakfast is waiting. Save your favorites, try a few new flavors, and share these festive recipes with family and friends. However you serve them, these waffles help create sweet memories to brighten the season.

Riley Carson