There’s nothing like a warm, homemade waffle, and this recipe for Waffles with Apples is full of comforting flavors, a weekend morning favorite.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
There is nothing like a nice stack of homemade waffles. It’s more special than say, french toast, and on weekends with the whole family around, who in their right mind wouldn’t want cinnamon apple waffles?
Waffles with Apples check all the boxes of deliciousness, and are made with simple ingredients. These are wonderful year-round, and tastes a bit like apple pie!
Here’s a few good reasons to make them:
- This is one of those easy apple recipes, meaning – there’s no egg whites to whip into peaks and fold into the waffle batter, and the warm spice of the apples is a flavor everyone seems to love.
- The cinnamon apples and amazing all by themselves, make some extra to put on yogurt!
- Brunch is a great way to eat these waffles too, with scrambled eggs or a Zucchini Potato Frittata, bacon and sausage, fresh fruit, maybe a starter of Lemon Artichoke Dip.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Fresh Apples – Fuji’s are the best choice for this recipe, the diced apples hold their shape, are tender and full of flavor.
- Butter: Unsalted, please. Use vegan butter as a substitute if you’d like.
- Eggs: Large and organic is best.
- Sugar: Just a little for the waffle batter and the apples, no brown sugar needed.
- Ground Cinnamon and Nutmeg: You’ll need both for the spiced apples, and some extra cinnamon for the waffle batter.
Step-By-Step Instructions
- Peel the apples, then slice them into large pieces, then cut each large piece into quarter inch thick slices. You can make chunks of apples if you prefer.
- Melted butter goes in a non-stick skillet with the apples.
- Add the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt and mix to combine.
- Close the lid, and stir gently and cook on medium heat until the apples are soft and syrupy. Stir in the pure vanilla extract, then transfer to a medium bowl until the waffles are cooked.
- Next, heat the waffle iron.
- Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl with the eggs, then spoon the waffle batter in and cook according to the waffle maker directions until golden brown for slightly crispy waffles.
- Serve the hot waffles with the warm caramelized apples.
Serving Ideas
- If you’re feeding a crowd, place waffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and keep them warm in a moderate oven until serving.
- This cinnamon waffle recipe looks wonderful on a big, white platter, randomly stacked. Spoon the warm cinnamon apples with some of the sauce over the top, or put the apples in a separate bowl and serve alongside.
- Scrambled eggs, crispy bacon and hot coffee are natural partners to these amazing waffles.
- Try a dollop of vanilla yogurt on top of the apples with a little sprinkle of cinnamon to finish off the presentation.
- Or, skip the yogurt and go straight for a good quality vanilla ice cream for breakfast OR dessert.
- Smoothies would be nice if you’re doing a bigger breakfast with all the fixings I put a variety in smaller glasses for fun. Try fresh Pineapple, Strawberry Granola Smoothies, or Dark Cherry. Fun!
Expert Tips for Success
- If you plan to make these for say, Sunday brunch, just pre-measure the ingredients the night before so they’re ready to go. This is an easy batter with no stiff egg white peaks to fold in, so it comes together quickly.
- The sauteed apples can be made a couple days in advance, and they keep well in an airtight container in the fridge. Re-heat them in a sauce pan with a tablespoon of water to loosen them up, or warm them for a minute or two in the microwave.
- Make these waffles gluten free by subbing the all-purpose flour for a gluten free blend.
- Use dairy-free milk if you like! I love toasted coconut almond milk, but use your favorite.
- Try a drizzle of maple syrup over the top right before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Waffles can be made in advance and frozen for a quick and easy breakfast. Just cool them on a wire rack after making, then place the rack in the freezer for about 30 minutes or until the waffles are frozen. Transfer to an airtight container or bag to reheat in the toaster for crisp waffles.
Yes! Try them with almond butter and jam, peanut butter and sliced bananas with a drizzle of honey, experiment with your favorite flavors.
Yes! Try Granny Smith, Pink Lady or Golden Delicious. Use large apples for best results.
Just put them in a small bowl, tightly covered. Store in the refrigerator for several days.
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- How to Make Banana Bread without Butter: So delicious and moist.
- How to make banana bread without butter: A wonderful version of a classic favorite.
- How to Make Applesauce from Whole Apples: A delicious tutorial.
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- Rosa Parks Pancakes Recipe: The best peanut butter pancakes ever.
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Waffles with Apples
Ingredients
- FOR THE SPICED APPLES
- 3 tbsp Butter, unsalted
- 6 Apples, Fuji
- ½ cup Sugar
- 1 ½ tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- ½ tsp Nutmeg, ground or grated
- ¼ tsp Salt, kosher
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- FOR THE WAFFLES
- 1 ¾ c All-Purpose Flour
- 2 ½ tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Salt, kosher
- 2 large Eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 ¾ cup Milk, or nut milk
- ½ cup Butter, melted
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- Butter and plain yogurt, for serving
Instructions
- MAKE THE SPICED APPLES
- Melt the butter in a large, non-stick saute pan
- Peel the apples and cut into 2 or 3 large pieces around the core. Cut each large piece into ¼" slices and add to the melted butter.
- Add the sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, nutmeg and salt and stir to combine.
- Cover with a lid and cook on medium high heat until the apples sizzle and release their juices, about 5-7 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally until soft, 12-15 minutes more.
- MAKE THE WAFFLES
- Mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt together in a large bowl.
- In another medium-sized bowl, mix together the eggs, milk, butter and vanilla.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir gently just to combine. Lumps are okay.
- Add the batter to your pre-heated waffle maker that is lightly sprayed with non-stick spray. Cook in the waffle maker according to manufacturers directions. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve with warmed spiced apples and a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired.
Notes
- If you plan to make these on a weekend morning, pre-measure the waffle ingredients the night before so they’re ready to go. This batter comes together quickly, and you’ll be making waffles in no time.
- The spiced apples can be made a couple days in advance, and they keep well in an airtight container in the fridge. Re-heat them in a sauce pan with a tablespoon of water to loosen them up, or for a minute or two in the microwave.
- Make these waffles gluten free by subbing the all-purpose flour for a gluten free blend.
- Use dairy-free milk if you like! I love toasted coconut almond milk blend, but use your favorite!
Nutrition
- Super important to read the whole recipe before you begin
- Pay attention to the ingredient list and photos for the recipe
- If possible, prep your ingredients a little before you start
- Always use a sharp knife for safety
- Use the size of pan called for in the recipe
- For savory recipes, taste and season as you go
- Buy fresh, organic ingredients, locally sourced whenever possible
This post was updated with improved text October, 2024.
Jamie
I love how much flavor is in these spiced apples! This would make a fabulous brunch for my friends this weekend!
Paige
Great!
Kushigalu
Love the flavors in the waffle. I would love to try it soon for my family
Analida Braeger
I bought my husband a waffle iron a few years for Christmas and this is now his favorite recipe! Thanks so much!
Paige
Thank you! 🙂
Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli
Loving these waffles so much!! The flavors of the waffle plus the spiced apples, always a favorite at our place. Great tips for making, and also freezing the waffles. Thank you!
Paige
:))
Tara
I love eating spiced apples during fall and winter. I haven’t thought to put them with my waffles. It looks tasty. Definitely a new favorite.
Femi. o
It’s the perfect season for this recipe and your beautiful pictures totally sold this dish! Saving to try later!
Debbie
I love a good homemade waffle and yours sound perfect. The perfect crowning glory are those amazing spiced apples ..yumm! PS ..I am glad I’m not the only that experiences technical difficulties LOL, Glad you got it correct.
Paige
LOL! 🙂
Jenni LeBaron
Yum! As if waffles weren’t delicious enough, these spiced apples take these to over the top delicious. Seriously I could eat these straight out of the pan!
Paige
me too! 🙂
Natalie
I bought waffle maker just the last week for my kids. They love waffles. This will be perfect recipe to give it a try first. It’s easy and it looks super delicious. Plus, apples are now in season and we have a pantry full of apples from our garden.
Paige
Oh great! that sounds like a good plan!
Aline
Love spiced anything!!! Never thought to serve waffles like this and I can’t wait to try this combo!
Paige
Good deal, hope you enjoy!
Erin
Spiced apples are amazing! They make these waffles taste so fancy. I appreciate the tips on storing the waffles to freeze. Such a great idea!
Paige
excellent! thanks, too 🙂