Orange and Gingerbread Waffles

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour (2 cups)
• Baking powder (1 tablespoon)
• Ground ginger (1 teaspoon)
• Ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Milk (1 1/2 cups)
• Orange zest (1 tablespoon)
• Orange juice (1/2 cup)
• Molasses (1/4 cup)
• Egg (1)
• Unsalted butter, melted (1/4 cup)
• Pure maple syrup (for serving)
• Orange slices (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
2. In another bowl, combine the milk, orange zest, orange juice, molasses, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until well blended.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
4. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Ladle the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, using the recommended amount for your specific model.
6. Close the waffle iron and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
7. Remove the waffles carefully and keep them warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.
8. Serve the waffles warm, drizzled with pure maple syrup, and garnished with fresh orange slices. Enjoy your delicious and aromatic Orange and Gingerbread Waffles!