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Perfect Baked Potato

A perfect baked potato is simple to prepare in the oven, with crispy skin and a fluffy interiors. This basic recipe for how to bake a potato is foolproof.

Baked Potato
Perfect Baked Potato

A perfect baked potato is so easy to make and this simple method is my go-to. Although you can make it fast in the microwave, baking it in the oven allows the outside to brown and crisp. Once you cut into it, the inside is soft and fluffy. Enjoy this baked potato recipe as a side dish with your favorite protein or make it a meal and top it with chili or broccoli and cheese like the Chili Baked Potato and this Broccoli and Cheese Twice Baked Potatoes. Potatoes are a whole food, a good source of fiber and are also full of antioxidants. You may also like this Baked Sweet Potato recipe.

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Mouthwatering Cinnamon Roll Waffles

You just can’t beat a delicious cinnamon waffle that is drizzled with a cream cheese glaze! It tastes just like a cinnamon roll in waffle form!

I love anything that tastes like a cinnamon roll! So if you’re like me then you MUST try this Monkey Bread, these amazing Pancakes, or these Cookies!

A cinnamon roll waffle with a cream cheese glaze.

Cinnamon Roll Waffles

These cinnamon roll waffles are to die for! I cannot get over their addicting flavor and texture. These are the perfect breakfast for a special occasion! Because let’s be honest… We usually have cold cereal or frozen waffles for breakfast each day! But try these out for a birthday or holiday and everyone will be so excited that you did! In fact, cook up this Breakfast Casserole, these Homemade Breakfast Sausages, and these Apple Streusel Muffins for a brunch to remember!

We just got a new waffle maker and I wanted to try it out with these! The waffles turned out amazing. They have such a crisp outside and a soft and fluffy inside. Plus, the cinnamon flavor in the waffles was perfection! These were just like a cinnamon roll in waffle form. And then you top them with that homemade cream cheese glaze! Well, let’s just say that you can’t get me to stop at just one!

What’s In Cinnamon Roll Waffles?

You are going to be shocked when I tell you that you probably already have all of these ingredients in your kitchen! This makes it a no-brainer to try these out now! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

  • Flour: I just used all purpose flour for this recipe!
  • Baking powder: This is the ingredient that will help your waffles rise and get all fluffy!
  • Salt:The salt is here to enhance the flavors of all of the other ingredients!
  • Sugar: This balances out that strong cinnamon taste to make it perfect.
  • Cinnamon: You can use more or less than this recipe calls for, depending on how strong you want the cinnamon flavor to be!
  • Eggs: Adding eggs to your batter helps keep the waffles light.
  • Buttermilk: You can use storebought buttermilk! Or, if you want to step this recipe up then be sure to make this homemade buttermilk!
  • Vegetable oil: The oil keeps the waffles moist.
  • Vanilla: A tiny bit of vanilla complements all of the other flavors so well!

Cream cheese glaze

  • Butter: Use unsalted butter that is at room temperature. It will mix better if it’s not cold!
  • Cream cheese: Soften your cream cheese before using it by letting it sit out at room temperature for a while before you plan on baking with it.
  • Powdered sugar: I use this instead of granulated sugar because this dissolves better and creates a much smoother glaze!
  • Vanilla: This will add a tiny bit of flavor to the glaze.

Let’s Make Some Waffles!

These cinnamon roll waffles will be done in about 25 minutes! So cook them up for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner! They are amazing!

  1. Preheat waffle iron and mix dry ingredients: Preheat waffle iron. In a large bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Whisk wet ingredients and combine: In a separate bowl whisk together eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Add to the dry ingredients and combine.
  3. Bake waffles: Spray waffle maker with non stick spray and add ½ cup batter to center. Bake for 3-4 minutes or until waffles are golden brown.
  4. Make the cream cheese glaze: Beat together butter, cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla. Soften in the microwave for 20 seconds to pour easily over waffles.
4 pictures showing the steps of how to make waffle batter and a cream cheese glaze.

Waffle Making Tips

If you want these cinnamon roll waffles to turn out just perfect, I have some tips for you! They are so simple and easy but make the biggest difference!

  • Don’t overmix: We all want to mix the batter to get all of the lumps and bumps out! But… If you overmix the batter then it becomes sticky and will not cook up as well! Mix until combined and then be done!
  • Don’t open the lid: I know that it’s tempting to open the lid and check to see how the waffles are doing while they are cooking… But don’t do it! It can cause your waffle to rip in half and then it will never cook up normally.
  • How to know when a waffle is done: If you are resisting lifting up the lid too soon then you are probably wondering how you know that they are done then! Well, the key to this is watching the steam! There should be steam coming out of the waffle maker as you cook them up. Then, when the waffle is done, the steam will stop! Go ahead and open the lid when you see the steam stop and your waffle should be cooked to perfection!

A cinnamon roll waffle with cream cheese glaze being drizzled on it.

Mix-in and Topping Ideas

These cinnamon roll waffles are perfect as is! But if you start to cook them up as much as I do, then you may want to add things in just to mix things up a little bit. Here are a few things that you could try!

  • Mix-ins: You can try switching things up by putting things directly into the batter! Try some mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, shredded coconut or even some classic raisins!
  • Toppings: If you love the batter how it is and just want to change out what you put on top, that’s super easy too! Try topping it with some berries, some chocolate sauce or mini chocolate chips. You could also try some sliced walnuts or almonds for a crunchy texture!

A cinnamon roll waffle being cut into with a fork.

How to Store Leftovers

These cinnamon roll waffles are fantastic for freezing and saving for later! So, go ahead and eat all that you want now. In fact, you should just double the recipe while you are at it! The leftovers that come from this are SOO GOOD!

  • Refrigerate: If you know that you are going to be eating them more during the week then you don’t need to freeze them! Just place them in an airtight container in your fridge. They will last 3-4 days in there!
  • Freezer: If you are making these ahead of time or making extras to save for breakfast or dinner later, then freezing them works great! Let the waffles cool down and then arrange them on a baking sheet. Then, place the baking sheet in the freezer for 2 hours. (Freezing them beforehand helps them not to stick together!) After that, you can take the waffles out and put them into a (labeled with the date) airtight container or ziplock bag. They will last for 3-4 months in your freezer.
  • Reheating frozen waffles: If you are reheating your waffles from frozen, go ahead and preheat your oven to 350 degrees farenheit. Place the waffles on a baking sheet that is lined with parchment paper and cook them for 10-15 minutes (or until cooked through). Or, if you are only cooking one or two at a time then go ahead and cook them right up in your toaster!

More Delicious Waffle Recipes to Try

I absolutely love waffles. You can have them for any meal and top them with anything from sweet to savory and they are absolutely amazing! Here are a few more waffle recipes that I love! They are all a little uniques and are a twist on your regular waffle. This is why I love them! Try one or try them all. Your family is going to go crazy over them!

The Absolute Best Snickerdoodles

These snickerdoodle are delightfully soft and full of delicious cinnamon flavor! They are SO GOOD and you won’t be able to stop at just one!

Soft and chewy cookies are the BEST! If you love snickerdoodles then you should also try these amazing Sprinkle Cookies, Pumpkin Cookies, and these perfectly soft Peanut Butter Cookies!

A stack of snickerdoodles on a cooling rack.

Snickerdoodles

Ok, we all know that I have tried my fair share of snickerdoodle recipes. Some turn out ok, some are terrible and a few are actually even really good. But… Trust me when I tell you that these are the absolute best snickerdoodles!! This recipe has been perfected and makes the softest, most mouthwatering cookies that you’ve ever had!

The amount of cinnamon is perfect. It’s not a subtle taste but it’s not too strong either and you taste it in every single bite! These cookies fly off of my counter when I make them! So if you are going to make them then you should just double the recipe from the beginning. You will for sure want the extra cookies so you will be so glad that you did! This snickerdoodle recipe is insanely delicious and your family and friends will all be asking for the recipe!

Ingredients You Need to Make Snickerdoodles

You probably already have all of these ingredients in your kitchen. So these should be super easy to whip up! See the recipe card below for al list of exact ingredient measurements.

  • Flour: I used all purpose flour to make these cookies!
  • Cream of tartar: This not only helps make the cookies soft but it brings in a slight tang that we all know and love in a snickerdoodle cookie!
  • Baking soda: This is used in cookies to help them rise so that they aren’t flat and hard.
  • Salt: I use salt to enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Butter: I used unsalted butter that I softened to room temperature. This helps it so that it mixes in more smoothly!
  • Granulated Sugar: You need sweet sugar to make your cookies taste as delicious as they do!
  • Eggs: The eggs will bind all of the ingredients together so that they mix well.
  • Vanilla extract: The vanilla adds a bit of flavor to the sweet taste.

Cinnamon Sugar

  • Granulated sugar and Cinnamon: This is what you will roll the dough in to get that sweet cinnamon sugar flavor!
4 pictures showing steps for how to make the dough and roll it in cinnamon sugar.

Let’s Make Some Cookies!

These snickerdoodles take less than an hour to make… and that includes baking time! They are super easy and your kids will love helping you make them!

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 375° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk: In a medium sized bowl whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
  3. Beat eggs and sugar, combine: In another medium bowl beat the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes. Add in the eggs and vanilla and beat for another 2 minutes. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to make sure everything is well combined.
  4. Combine all ingredients and chill: Add the dry ingredients in to the wet and mix until fully combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Mix up cinnamon and sugar: While the dough chills, combine the sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  6. Form balls and roll them, then bake: Form the dough into equal sized balls, about 1 inch and roll in the cinnamon sugar and coat evenly. Place the coated balls on the baking sheet keeping about 2 inches between them. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool for a few minutes on the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
A snickerdoodle dough ball being rolled into cinnamon sugar.

Baking Tips

These snickerdoodles are so delicious! You can make them for a party, get together or just for an after school snack! Here are some ideas on how you can make them perfectly!

  • Room temperature ingredients: I know that this can take a bit of thought beforehand but it really helps! Make sure to take all of your refrigerated ingredients out and put them on the counter a few hours before you plan on baking. Bringing your ingredients to room temperature really helps them mix nicely together and makes the dough really smooth!
  • Don’t open the oven door: I know that it’s tempting to open the oven door while you are baking your cookies. After all, you just want to see how they are doing! But, when you open the door while you are baking, you let a lot of the heat out. This makes it so that your cookies will bake unevenly.
  • Underbake: Remove the cookies from the oven while they still look gooey in the center. They will continue to bake on the hot tray after they have been removed from the oven!

Snickerdoodles on a cooling rack.

How to Freeze the Dough

If you just want to keep some snickerdoodle dough on hand so that you can bake these later, you totally can! Sometimes it’s nice not to have to prep and skip straight to baking the cookies!

  1. Freeze: After you roll the dough in the cinnamon sugar mixture then place them on a baking sheet and put them in your freezer for 2 hours. After they have frozen solid the you can take them out and put them in an airtight container . You can store it for up to 2 months!
  2. To Bake Frozen Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Put your frozen dough onto a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake them for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.

A stack of cookies on a cooling rack.

How to Freeze and Store Leftover BAKED cookies

If you want to have a quick dessert on hand, then these are the cookies for you! You can do all of the baking beforehand, freeze them and all that you have to do is pull them out of the freezer and you’re done! So, bake the cookies up and let them cool. Then, place them in an airtight container or ziplock bag. Make sure to label it with the date! These will last in your freezer for up to 2 months. You can eat them right out of the freezer or you can set them on the counter for 15 minutes to thaw!

A stack of snickerdoodle cookies with a bite taken out of the top one!

More Amazing Snickerdoodle Recipes

The flavor of a snickerdoodle cannot be beat! That’s why I absolutely love any recipe that includes the flavor in it! SO if you love it as much as I do then you are definitely going to have to try out these recipes! They are all so different but have that delicious sugary cinnamon flavor that we all love! Yum!

Our Top 5 Pies for the Holiday Season

Get a slice of the pie action this holiday season! We’re baking the best produce the season has to offer, as well as some of our favorite sweet, nutty fillings between layers of flaky, buttery dough. From the classic sweet potato pie, to a twist on the standard pecan pie, we’ve got you covered. These pies will bring just the right amount of warmth to your wintry holiday celebrations!

turtle brownie pie

  1. Turtle Brownie Pie

Combining the pleasures of a molten brownie with a flaky piecrust, this Turtle Brownie Pie is a masterclass in decadence. Finished with a rich pour of dulce de leche, don’t expect there to be any leftovers of this delicious chocolate dessert. 

 

Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

2. Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

Our Sweet Potato Pecan Pie is a beautiful mash-up of two favorites. This pie is a pecan studded sweet potato pie packs the best of both southern desserts into one slice.

 

Brown Sugar-Peanut Pie

3. Brown Sugar-Peanut Pie

Why do pecans get to have all the fun? This Brown Sugar–Peanut Pie is a cinch to stir together with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Even with a sweet brown sugar filling bursting with honey, orange zest, and bourbon, classic salted cocktail peanuts steal the show.

 

Pear and Honeyed Goat Cheese Galette

4. Pear and Honeyed Goat Cheese Galette

It’s time to up your galette game. This buttery beauty is great for breakfast or cocktail hour. A sugared golden crust encircles warm, tangy goat cheese topped with sweet Bosc pears, which bake into a deep rustic hue. Thanks to the layered pears, the gorgeous design is effortless and accentuates the fruit’s natural shape.

 

pecan hand pies

5. Pecan Hand Pies

These hand pies are exceptional for a number of reasons. First, they’re loaded with a gooey Pecan Pie Filling that reminds you of a sweet, melted praline. Second, it’s encased in a rough puff dough that is a snap to pull together but still lusciously laminated. Third, they’re perfectly portioned and portable. This is the Thanksgiving dessert you’ve been waiting for.

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Our Top Thanksgiving Make-Ahead Bakes

Anyone who has ever been tasked with making Thanksgiving dinner knows that prep work is an essential part of the puzzle. Anything that can be made ahead of time, should. Make your life a little easier on Thanksgiving day by making some of these beautiful bakes ahead of time. These bakes can either be made completely and stored, or prepped partially in the days leading up to the big celebration.

 

Pecan Pie Cake

1. Pecan Pie Cake

Combining the beloved flavor of a pecan pie with the delicate texture of a 1-2-3-4 layer cake, this cake offers the best of both desserts. Hidden beneath a generous coat of Brown Sugar Buttercream is a moist brown sugar cake and a Pecan Pie Filling that’ll immediately call to mind your favorite deep-dish dessert.

 

Crescent Rolls

2. Crescent Rolls

Is there any roll that sets the scene for a convivial dinner better than a breadbasket piled high with buttery crescents? If you’re anything like us, you and the crescent go way back. Dressed up with sea salt, this roll’s timeless shape and versatility make it a family favorite as well as a busy baker’s go-to recipe. (The dough can be made ahead for a worry-free addition to the dinner table.)

 

Sweet Potato Muffins

3. Sweet Potato Muffins

These soft sweet potato-packed muffins are complemented by a crunchy oat and walnut streusel while the sweet heat of cinnamon and nutmeg add a cozy level of spice.

 

Creamy Spinach Galette

4. Creamy Spinach Galette

Fresh baby spinach and an aromatic cheesy crust prove a winning combination in our Creamy Spinach Galette. And, if you’re looking for more shareable treats perfect for the holidays, be sure to check out our “Movable Feast” feature in our November/December 2021 issue.

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