Pumpkin Spice 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! With crispy edges and a fluffy inside, they can’t be beat.

Recipe Essentials

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.

• 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!
• Pumpkin pie spice – You can make your own or use store bought. Apple pie spice works too. 

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.

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. Follow these tips to make the best pumpkin waffles.

• 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.
• Let the batter rest – Letting the waffles batter rest for 5-10 minutes before cookies allows for fluffier texture.

Pumpkin Spice Waffles Recipe

4.30 from 10 votes

Pumpkin spice waffles with crisp edges and fluffy middles—thanks to a quick batter rest, hot iron, and the right oil-to-butter balance!

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 20 minutes mins

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Servings: 6 standard waffles

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Equipment

• Whisk
• Waffle Iron
• Sifter

Ingredients

Pumpkin Waffles:

• 1 ½ cups flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 ⅔ cups whole milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree , NOT pumpkin pie filling
• 2 eggs
• ¼ cup light brown sugar , firmly packed
• 3 tablespoons butter , melted

Garnishes:

• candied walnuts , for garnish
• whipped cream , for garnish

Instructions

Pumpkin Waffles:

• In a medium mixing bowl bowl, whisk or sift together the 1 ½ cups flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, p3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice and ½ teaspoon fine sea salt. Set aside.
• In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the 1 ⅔ cups whole milk, 1 cup pumpkin puree, 2 eggs, ¼ cup light brown sugar and melted 3 tablespoons butter, beat until well combined.
• Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, folding gently and not ovemixing.
• Heat the waffle iron according to appliance directions and coat generously with cooking spray.
• Add the waffle batter according to package directions. This will vary by waffle maker and brand.

Assemble:

• Serve immediately with syrup, candied walnuts and whipped cream.
• If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

Notes

Waffles makers vary and therefore the size, cooking time and yield of this recipe will also vary. 

Storage

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).

Nutrition

Calories: 280 kcal, Carbohydrates: 41 g, Protein: 8 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 5 g, Cholesterol: 76 mg, Sodium: 392 mg, Potassium: 448 mg, Fiber: 2 g, Sugar: 14 g, Vitamin A: 6719 IU, Vitamin C: 2 mg, Calcium: 203 mg, Iron: 3 mg

Calories: 280

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: pumpkin waffles

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