Name: Carrot Cake Waffles
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 11 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American

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February 10, 2026

These Carrot Cake Waffles are a family favorite for brunch, Easter breakfast and slow sunday mornings. They have all the warm spice of carrot cake packed into golden, crisp waffles. Add a swirl of maple cream cheese glaze, and breakfast suddenly feels like dessert.

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Carrot Cake Waffles

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat waffle iron.

Prepare the cake mix according to package directions.

Once the iron is preheated, spray with cooking spray and portion out about 1/2 cup of cake batter into the iron (or whatever your iron calls for).

Cook for 4 minutes or until waffle iron indicates that your waffle is done.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Grate Fresh Carrots 🥕
For maximum flavor and moisture, grate fresh carrots into your waffle batter, supplementing the carrot cake mix for a more vibrant texture and taste.
Waffle Iron Prep 🧈
Always thoroughly grease your waffle iron with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking and ensure crispy, golden edges on your waffles.
Cream Cheese Glaze Technique 🧀
Whip your maple cream cheese glaze until smooth and slightly warm to achieve the perfect drizzling consistency for maximum flavor distribution.
Spice Boost Hack 🌶️
Add an extra pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ground ginger to the dry mix to enhance the traditional carrot cake warmth and complexity.
Resting Time Magic ⏳
Let your waffle batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to allow the ingredients to fully hydrate and create a more tender waffle texture.