Eggplant Parmesan: A Delicious Italian Classic
These homemade cinnamon roll waffles combine the soft, gooey swirl of cinnamon rolls with the crisp edges of waffles. Made from scratch and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze, they’re a perfect brunch showstopper or indulgent weekend breakfast.
Equipment
- * Waffle maker
- Rolling Pin
- - Mixing bowls
- - Spatula
- * Saucepan (for glaze)
Ingredients
- **For the Dough Quick Version – No Yeast:**
- * 2 cups all-purpose flour
- * 2 tablespoons sugar
- * 1 tablespoon baking powder
- * 1/2 teaspoon salt
- * 3/4 cup milk
- * 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- **For the Cinnamon Filling:**
- * 1/3 cup brown sugar
- * 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- * 2 tablespoons butter melted
- **For the Cream Cheese Glaze:**
- * 2 oz cream cheese softened
- * 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- * 1 tablespoon milk more as needed
- * 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- **Make the dough:** In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla until a soft dough forms. Knead gently until smooth (about 1 minute).
- **Roll and fill:** Roll dough into a rectangle (about 1/4 inch thick). Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over the dough. Drizzle with melted butter. Roll up the dough and slice into 1-inch rounds (like cinnamon rolls).
- **Preheat waffle iron.** Lightly grease if needed.
- **Cook:** Place one cinnamon roll in the center of the waffle maker. Close and cook for 2–4 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Repeat with remaining rolls.
- **Make the glaze:** In a small bowl, whisk together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- **Drizzle and serve:** Spoon glaze over hot waffles and enjoy warm.