Description
These Cinnamon Toast Crunch Waffles are a delightful breakfast treat that combine the nostalgic flavor of the popular cereal with fluffy, crisp waffles. Infused with cereal milk and topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze, these waffles offer a perfect balance of crunch and softness for a fun and flavorful morning meal.
Ingredients
Waffle Batter
- 2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal, divided
- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- Butter or non-stick spray, for waffle maker
Glaze
- 2 tablespoons reserved cereal milk
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep the Cereal Milk: Preheat your oven to 200°F. Place 1 cup of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal in a bowl with 2 cups of milk, and steep for 10-15 minutes. Then strain out the cereal, discarding the solids, and reserve 2 tablespoons of the cereal-infused milk for making the glaze later.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk these together to ensure an even distribution of the leavening agents and flavorings.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, the cereal milk, and the canola oil. Gently stir this wet mixture into the dry ingredients just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can cause tough waffles.
- Beat Egg Whites and Fold: Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the waffle batter, which will add lightness and fluffiness. Then fold in the remaining 1 cup of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal to add texture and extra cinnamon flavor.
- Cook the Waffles: Preheat your waffle maker and grease it with butter or non-stick spray. Ladle about 1/2 cup of batter onto the waffle iron and cook the waffles until they are crisp and golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per waffle. Keep the finished waffles warm by placing them on a baking sheet in the preheated oven while you cook the remaining waffles.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of reserved cereal milk, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. This glaze will add a sweet, cinnamony finish to your waffles.
- Serve: Serve the waffles warm with the cinnamon glaze drizzled on top or on the side for dipping. Enjoy your crispy, flavorful Cinnamon Toast Crunch Waffles!
Notes
- Using stiffly beaten egg whites helps make the waffles light and fluffy.
- Keeping cooked waffles warm in a low oven prevents them from becoming soggy.
- You can substitute canola oil with melted butter for a richer flavor if preferred.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle some additional cereal on top of the waffles just before serving.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter after adding the wet ingredients to avoid dense waffles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American