Creating Classic Gingerbread Waffles is easy when you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Waffle Iron: Begin by preheating your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Whisk them together until well blended.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix. The batter may be slightly lumpy, which is fine.

5. Cook the Waffles: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray or a little oil. Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the center of the waffle iron, close the lid, and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.

6. Repeat: Remove the waffles and keep them warm in a low oven while you repeat the process with the remaining batter.

7. Serve: Once all the waffles are cooked, stack them on a plate and prepare to serve.