# What You'll Need:
→ Waffle batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
07 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cinnamon-sugar swirl
09 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
11 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
→ Cream cheese glaze
12 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
14 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's settings. Lightly grease the plates with cooking spray or melted butter so waffles release cleanly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt until homogenous.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the whole milk, cooled melted butter and vanilla extract until combined.
04 - Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined; a few small lumps are acceptable—avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.
05 - In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon, stirring until smooth and uniform.
06 - Spoon approximately 1/2 cup of batter onto the hot waffle iron. Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter and use a toothpick or knife to perform a gentle swirl, distributing the cinnamon mixture without fully incorporating it.
07 - Close the iron and cook until the waffle is golden brown and crisp, about 3 to 5 minutes depending on your equipment. Remove and keep warm while continuing with the remaining batter and swirl.
08 - Beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then incorporate milk one tablespoon at a time until the glaze reaches a pourable consistency.
09 - Arrange waffles warm, drizzle generously with the cream cheese glaze and serve immediately to preserve contrast between crisp exterior and tender interior.
