Pumpkin Waffles
Pumpkin Waffles are a delightful autumn breakfast featuring fluffy, spiced batter infused with pumpkin puree. Topped with maple syrup, whipped cream, or pecans, these waffles offer a warm, comforting treat that perfectly captures the essence of fall flavors.
Equipment
- Waffle maker
- Mixing bowls
- Handheld or stand mixer
Ingredients
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus 2 tbsp more)
- 1 tbsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1½ cups whole milk, at room temperature
- 1½ tsp store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Optional Topping
- 1½ cups pure maple syrup
- ¾ cups pecan halves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, ginger, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the whole eggs until frothy, then add pumpkin, melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk.
- Mix until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just mixed—it's fine if some lumps remain.
- Grease the waffle maker and pour in about 1/3 cup of batter for each waffle.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes or until crisp, following your waffle maker’s instructions.
- Transfer cooked waffles to the wire rack in the warm oven while cooking the remaining batter.
- Toast pecans in a skillet over medium-low heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Once fragrant, lower the heat, add maple syrup, and warm through for a minute before removing from heat.
Notes
- Customize toppings with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or yogurt for added flavor.