Hot Cross Bun Waffles (Low FODMAP)

15 Minutes prep • 15 Minutes cook • Low FODMAP • Serves 4 • Ok to make ahead: Steps 1-4

This is a delightful twist on a classic Easter treat: Hot Cross Bun Waffles! These waffles infuse all the cozy warmth and spice of traditional hot cross buns into a crisp and delicious breakfast delight. Imagine the comforting aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom wafting through your kitchen as these waffles cook. Topped with a generous drizzle of melted butter and an orangey glaze, they're a surefire way to elevate your breakfast or brunch spread. Whether you're celebrating Easter morning or simply craving a cozy indulgence, these Hot Cross Bun Waffles are guaranteed to delight your taste buds and warm your soul.

Ingredients: Waffles

2 cups gluten-free flour

1 teaspoon Kosher salt

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon allspice

2 cups lactose-free milk

2 eggs, at room temperature

1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon orange zest

1/4 cup currents (or raising roughly chopped)

Maple syrup and melted butter for serving

Ingredients: Orange Glaze

3/4 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon orange juice

1/4 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg (optional)

Directions

(1) Prepare: Melt the butter, chop the raisins (if using), and zest the orange.

(2) Combine dry ingredients: Put flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, and allspice in a medium mixing bowl and whisk to combine.

(3) Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla together.

(4) Blend the batter: Pour the blended wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined. Fold in the chopped raisins and orange zest. There’s no need to get all the lumps out.

Make-ahead note: At this point, you can let the batter rest while you preheat the waffle iron, or you can cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and keep it in the refrigerator for a day or so until you’re ready to cook the waffles. Bring the batter to room temperature before cooking the waffles so the batter will pour. Add additional milk or melted butter if the batter is too thick after chilling.

(5) Cook the waffles: Once your waffle iron is heated, ladle an equal amount in each segment of the waffle iron. Cook until crisp but not burned. Remove from the waffle to a cooling rack to keep it crisp.

(6) Plate and serve: Serve warm with a drizzle of warm syrup, melted butter, and orange glaze. Top with a sprinkle of grated nutmeg.

Eat and enjoy every bite because you can!

Recipe note: I use Diamond Crystal Kosher salt in all my recipes because it has a wonderful flat and crisp flake that tastes delicious. It is also the least salty salt available so you can use it more liberally as a seasoning than you can table salt or sea salt. If you use another type of salt, you may need to reduce the amount so it is not over-salted. 

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