Pumpkin Waffles

These easy pumpkin waffles are perfect for fall! Made from scratch and loaded with warm spices and pumpkin flavor, they are light and fluffy with crisp edges

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Ingredients

1 cup (240 grams) pumpkin puree
1 cup milk , or buttermilk
3 Tablespoons (45 grams) granulated sugar , can also use brown sugar
2 eggs
¼ cup (57 grams) butter , melted (can also use coconut or vegetable oil)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups (165 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (extra 1/2 teaspoon if you like spice)
1 teaspoon Kosher salt , or 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
½ cup chocolate chips , or more, optional

For serving: Butter, Maple syrup, Whipped cream

Instructions

Prep. Preheat your waffle iron to medium heat (level 3 to 4). Preheat the oven to 175°F, if not serving right away.
Make waffle batter. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1 cup milk, 3 Tablespoons sugar, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Add 1 1/4 cups flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, and 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice. Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips, if desired. Be careful not to overmix.
Place in waffle iron. In the waffle mold, pour about 1/2 cup batter. Cook about 2 minutes, or until the waffle iron beeps. Place in warm oven if not serving right away.
Serve warm with butter, syrup, and whipped cream.

Notes

To keep warm: Place on a baking sheet in the oven at 175°F to keep warm.

Beating egg whites: I updated the recipe to remove this step. If you want to make your waffles a little lighter and softer (not as crispy), separate the eggs and beat the egg whites 1 to 2 minutes, or until stiff. Then add in with egg yolks.

Storage: Store leftovers in a zip-top bag or covered container in fridge for 2 to 3 days.

Freezing: Let cool, then place in a freezer bag. Store in freezer for up to 3 months.

To reheat: Reheat in the microwave or toaster oven for 30 seconds, or until warm throughout. You can also place in the oven at 250°F for 5 to 10 minutes, or until warm and crispy.

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