Description
Delight in these fluffy pumpkin waffles infused with warm spices and topped with a creamy maple cinnamon butter. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, these waffles combine the seasonal flavor of pumpkin with a hint of sweetness and spice, served alongside a luscious butter blend that melts beautifully on each bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups flour (all purpose or a gluten-free 1-to-1 blend)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice (storebought or homemade)
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- ½ tsp. salt
Wet Ingredients for Waffles
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (regular or plant-based)
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
- 4 Tbsp. butter (melted, or oil)
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
Maple Cinnamon Butter
- 4 Tbsp. butter (room temperature)
- 1 Tbsp. maple syrup
- ¼-½ tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat up Iron: Preheat your waffle iron for at least 3 minutes to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking the waffles evenly.
- Make the Waffle Batter: In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients thoroughly. In another medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently fold with a spatula until just combined; some small lumps are okay to keep the batter light and airy.
- Cook the Pumpkin Waffles: Lightly spray the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray. Pour batter onto the preheated iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s directions, usually until steam stops and waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- Mix the Maple Cinnamon Butter: While the waffles are cooking, combine the room temperature butter, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is fluffy and smooth.
- Serve with Butter: Plate the freshly cooked waffles and top each with a generous dollop of the maple cinnamon butter. Add extra maple syrup and toasted pecans if desired, then enjoy your delicious pumpkin waffles warm.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Plant-based milk and oil can be used to make the recipe dairy-free.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon in the butter to suit your taste.
- Toasted pecans are optional but add a nice crunch and flavor.
- Waffle cooking times may vary depending on your waffle iron; watch for a golden brown color.
