Apple Cider Waffle Recipe

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Apple Cider Waffles Recipe – Apple cider waffles are a delicious addition to your fall and winter breakfast! Serve these waffles with warm maple syrup and apple cider for the ultimate breakfast or brunch!

Cozy foods and beverages are perfect to start the day in the cooler months. And what a time for flavor! Of course, we love our french toast and buttermilk pancakes topped with real maple syrup and butter. But it wouldn’t be fall without favorites like pumpkin muffins and of apple deliciousness like these Apple Cider Waffles!

Stack of waffles on a pewter serving dish with fork. They are topped with melted butter and drizzled in maple syrup. Red apple and mug of apple cider in background // addapinch.com

I  love to try seasonal flavors with my waffle recipe as the seasons begin to change. It is one of the perfect dishes to incorporate new tastes and flavors. One thing that immediately comes to mind at the thought of fall and winter is apple cider. It’s perfect warm or chilled and always delicious!

So the other morning, I decided to forgo my normal waffle recipe and make an Apple Cider Waffle recipe instead.

These are perfection on a plate and make the most delicious waffles. Perfect for serving anytime!

Apple Cider Waffles

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What My Family Loves About These Apple Cider Waffles

  • Simple Wholesome Ingredients – From baking ingredients you keep on hand to apples and fall spices, these ingredients are simple and delicious!
  • Easy to Make – Even the apple cider is a breeze to make in the slow cooker and keep on hand, and the waffles mix in minutes. And you can freeze them too!
  • Festive Flavor – These have a crisp apple warmth that we love!

Waffles have always been a favorite in our home. My son has always requested homemade waffles many mornings for breakfast.

And if you love waffles or you love apples, I think you are going to love these waffles! I love both, so these are some of my favorites! The flavor is amazing!

These waffles fall into the category of not too much, as in they are “not too heavy” on the spices sort of recipe. But, they are “not too little” either. They are just right, with the perfect amount of apple cider sweetness and tartness with a bit of spice. Let me tell you how I make them.

How to Make Apple Cider Waffles

Here’s what you’ll need to make them.

Ingredients

  • flour – you’ll use all-purpose flour
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt – just a pinch
  • sugar – only need a teaspoon
  • cinnamon – gives a warm, cozy feeling to the apple cider
  • nutmeg – works in combination with cinnamon and apple cider for the perfect flavor
  • egg – one large egg
  • apple cider – I use my homemade cider that’s so easy to make in your slow cooker with fresh ingredients, but you can use a quality, real-ingredient apple cider from the store if you wish. But take the time when you can to make the homemade version. So worth it!
Apple Cider Waffles with melted butter  and warm maple syrup and mug of apple cider - addapinch.com

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep. Preheat the waffle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray.

Mix. Whisk all dry ingredients together and add egg and apple cider. Whisk until well combined.

Cook. Pour into waffle iron and prepare according to your waffle iron instructions.

Serve. Remove from waffle iron when baked throughout, and serve warm.

I like to serve them with warm maple syrup, a little bit of butter, and a large glass or mug of apple cider or hot coffee. Some crispy bacon makes a nice side to these delicious waffles if you wish.

Apple Cider Waffles with maple syrup and glass of apple cider - addapinch.com

Can You Freeze these Waffles?

Absolutely yes! Make extra batches if you wish, and freeze them for later.

Cool. After they cook, allow them to cool.

Flash Freeze. Then place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flash freeze them for up to two hours. This keeps them from sticking together when you put them in containers to freeze.

Put in Containers and Freeze. Then just place the waffles in a freezer-safe zip bag, being sure to get as much air out of the bag as possible before closing. You can also use a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Heat and enjoy! When ready to eat, heat on the frozen setting in your toaster or in on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the oven. Serve and enjoy!

More Breakfast and Brunch Favorites

Cinnamon Apple Muffins

Mini Quiche

Bacon Egg Cups

Southern Breakfast Casserole

Cream Scones

Here’s my recipe for Apple Cider Waffles. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.

Apple Cider Waffles Recipe

4.97 from 27 votes
Apple Cider Waffles Recipe – Apple cider waffles are a great addition to your fall and winter breakfast routine. Serve these waffles with warm maple syrup and apple cider for the ultimate breakfast!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (4 g) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) baking soda
  • pinch (0.4 g) kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon (6 g) sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (3 g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) nutmeg
  • 1 large (50 g) egg
  • 1 cup (248 g) apple cider

Instructions 

  • Prep. Preheat waffle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Make batter. Whisk all dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Add egg and apple cider. Whisk until well-combined.
  • Cook. Pour into waffle iron and prepare according to waffle iron instructions.
  • Serve. Remove from waffle iron when baked throughout and serve warm.

Notes

Freezer Instructions
Flash Freeze. Then place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flash freeze them for up to two hours. This keeps them from sticking together when you put them in containers to freeze.
Put in Containers and Freeze. Then place waffles in a freezer-safe zip bag, being sure to get as much air out of the bag as possible before closing. You can also use a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 43IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Enjoy!
Robyn xo

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From the Add a Pinch recipe archives. Originally published 2012.

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83 Comments

  1. tammy says:

    5 stars
    these are very tasty and easy peasy. only make 4 waffles. I would make again,but double the recipe.

  2. Rochelle says:

    I was curious if I could make these into pancakes maybe…?? I don’t have a waffle iron thing, but they sound delicious! please help if you can! thanks!

  3. Amy says:

    I made these for breakfast today. They were delicious….but they stuck to my waffle iron!! I DID grease the iron before a new waffle, too. Anybody else having this problem?

  4. Kate says:

    These look sooooo good, but I don’t think my waffle iron makes as nice waffles as yours. What kind do you have?

  5. Joan Benn says:

    Your waffles look good. Enjoying receipes with Bella Life

  6. Kayla says:

    5 stars
    These were fabulous! Everyone loved them, and they are so easy and perfect for a chilly autumn morning. Thanks!

  7. Lisa M. says:

    will this work for pancakes also?

    1. Robyn Stone says:

      It works just fine for pancakes. You may need to add about 1/4 cup more liquid to the batter.

  8. Jackie says:

    Hi Robyn

    What brand of waffle iron did you use in this recipe.

    1. Robyn Stone says:

      Hi Jackie,
      I use a waffle maker by Cuisinart.

    2. betty says:

      Cuisanart

  9. Christie says:

    5 stars
    Made them this morning and my girls love them!
    Thanks for a great recipe! This is a keeper!

  10. Amy says:

    5 stars
    I made these the other day for breakfast and got lots of compliments! I added some chopped apple pieces into the batter and served with cinnamon whipped cream.