Pumpkin Waffles

Pumpkin season is in full swing, and if you’re looking for more pumpkin recipes to add to your repertoire, these easy Pumpkin Waffles are it!

 

Pumpkin Waffle Recipe

Fall is here and that means we get to make our favorite pumpkin things and everything pumpkin spice. Although we have many, one of our absolute favorite pumpkin recipes are these Pumpkin Waffles!

You’ve heard of pumpkin spice, but have you ever had actual Pumpkin Waffles? These are different because they don’t just use the famous spice mix, they use actual, REAL PUMPKIN!

They are simple enough to make on a weekday, but I like to make them on the weekends. The whole kitchen fills with the aroma of fall spice, with soft and fluffy waffles on the table.

And I know you are all in the mood for all things pumpkin spice, like the rest of the world, right? Adding pumpkin is also a convenient way to add vegetables into your delicious breakfast.

Ingredients

The list of simple ingredients for pumpkin waffles is a little lengthy, but they are fairly standard with the exception of pumpkin and spice blend.

• Flour – All purpose flour is used both for structure and fluff, and will act as the base of our waffle mix.
• Baking powder & baking soda – These both act as leavening agents. They make sure our waffles are nice and fluffy. 
• Pumpkin pie spice – You can make your own or use store bought. Apple pie spice works too. 
• Fine sea salt – Don’t use iodized, it can taste metallic. Keep in mind different salts measure differently. 
• Light brown sugar – This adds the perfect molasses flavor to our waffles. You can also use dark brown sugar for more flavor. 
• Pumpkin purée – You want to make sure you are using actual canned pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling. Save any leftover pumpkin puree to make pumpkin muffins!
• Whole milk – Whole works best because of the fat content, although skim or 2% can be used. If you’re watching your dairy intake, you can also use almond milk.
• Eggs – Eggs give structure and stabilize the batter. It’s always best to use room temperature eggs.
• Unsalted butter – Using unsalted butter allows you to control the amount of salt. If you use salted, omit additional fine sea salt.

Variations

There are plenty of ways to make these fluffy pumpkin waffles your own. Here are a few suggestions.

• Pancake mix – You can always use your favorite pancake or waffle mix to make the ingredient list a little shorter.
• Mix ins – Try adding some chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the waffle batter for more texture or flavor.
• Vegan pumpkin waffles – You can use a flax egg, almond milk and vegan butter to make these waffles vegan friendly.

How to Make Pumpkin Waffle Recipe

Making homemade waffles can be easier than you think!

1. Dry ingredients. Whisk together the dry ingredients, flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice and salt, in a medium bowl.
2. Wet ingredients. Then in a large bowl, we move on to the wet ingredients. Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, pumpkin puree and milk. Beat until all of the ingredients are well combined.
3. Combine. Slowly begin adding the dry mixture into the wet mixture. Fold gently and be sure not to over mix – no one wants tough waffles!
4. Prepare waffle maker. Once fully combined, heat your belgian waffle maker and spray generously with non stick cooking spray. Be sure to read the instructions from your waffle maker to know exactly how long to cook each waffle. (All waffle makers are different!) It will take the same amount of time as it does to make regular waffles.
5. Add batter to waffle make. Pour cup of batter into the waffle maker and cook fully with crispy edges. Once they come out, serve immediately so that they are nice and warm!

Pumpkin Waffles Toppings

You can serve this Pumpkin Waffles recipe with a drizzle of maple syrup, which I think gives it that fall flavor that everyone loves. Here are some other favorite toppings:

Don’t forget the and serve with a piping hot mug of Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate.

Tips for Using a Waffle Maker

I have to tell you that it’s hard to mess up waffles, but people do it all the time.

• Heat it up – Make sure you let the waffle maker heat up all the way. Don’t be impatient!
• Crispy edges– Cook until the edges are crispy. This ensures the inside batter is not still soupy.
• Cooking spray – Use plenty of cooking spray for an easy release.
• Clean space – Set your waffle maker on a kitchen towel to catch any loose batter.

Storage and Freezing

How to Store Leftover Pumpkin Waffles

Store any leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Pumpkin spice waffles will stay good for up to one week.

Can I Freeze Pumpkin Waffles?

Sure! Freeze already cooked waffles and then pop them in the toaster when you are ready to eat them. This works best with a standard size waffle opposed to Belgium waffles. Belgium waffles can be reheated in a toaster oven or regular oven on low broil (watch closely).

More Pumpkin Recipes

Because it’s one of my favorite fall flavors, I’m obsessed with all things pumpkin. Here are some of my favorite delicious recipes.