Cinnamon Waffle Chaos Bites (Print View)

Crispy waffle bites coated in cinnamon sugar and finished with crunchy sugar rubble for a fun, sweet snack.

# Components:

→ Waffle Bites

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 1/2 cups whole milk
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
13 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Sugar Rubble

14 - 1/2 cup crushed sugar cubes or pearl sugar
15 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
16 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
03 - In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
05 - Lightly grease the waffle iron with nonstick spray or a small amount of melted butter.
06 - Pour approximately 1/3 cup of batter into the preheated waffle iron per batch. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove the cooked waffles and allow them to cool slightly. Cut or tear into bite-sized pieces.
08 - In a large bowl, toss the waffle bites with 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Add the cinnamon sugar mixture and toss to coat evenly.
09 - In a small bowl, combine the crushed sugar cubes or pearl sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
10 - Generously sprinkle the assembled sugar rubble over the cinnamon sugar-coated waffle bites. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses basic pantry ingredients you likely already have
  • Perfect for serving crowds at brunches or breakfast gatherings
  • Versatile as breakfast, dessert, or anytime snack
  • Kids absolutely love helping make and eat these treats
02 -
  • These bites stay crispy for about 30 minutes after preparation
  • Perfect for meal prep when you store components separately
  • Contains approximately 310 calories per serving
  • Can be made with whole wheat flour for added nutrition
  • Works beautifully with Belgian or traditional waffle irons
03 -
  • Always preheat your waffle iron completely before beginning to ensure even cooking and proper texture
  • The waffle batter should be thick but pourable for the perfect consistency
  • Let the waffles cool just enough to handle before cutting to maintain optimal texture
  • For extra flavor dimension add 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar mixture
  • Pearl sugar creates the most authentic sugar rubble but crushed sugar cubes work wonderfully too
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