Description
These Pumpkin Waffles are fluffy and packed with flavor, made from simple ingredients like pumpkin puree and warm spices. Ideal for a cozy breakfast, they are a delightful homemade treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoons ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Separate the eggs, placing the egg whites in a large mixing bowl and setting the yolks aside. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the reserved egg yolks, pumpkin puree, milk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil. Whisk until almost smooth with some lumps remaining.
- Fold the beaten egg whites gently into the batter until no streaks remain, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve warm topped with butter, maple syrup, and your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or pecans to the batter.
These waffles can be frozen and reheated for a quick breakfast option.
Serve with whipped cream or yogurt for a delicious twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg