Description
These Pecan Pumpkin Waffles are a delightful blend of warm spices and nutty crunch, perfect for cozy mornings or festive brunches. Fluffy and tender with a subtle sweetness from pumpkin and maple syrup, they offer a comforting seasonal twist on classic waffles.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed, optional for sweeter waffles)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 1 1/3 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Add-ins
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: Place all dry ingredients (flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, salt) in a large bowl and whisk together until evenly combined.
- Prepare wet ingredients and egg whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. In another medium bowl or measuring jug, whisk together the remaining wet ingredients including egg yolks, buttermilk, canned pumpkin, melted butter, and maple syrup until smooth. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into this wet mixture.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps in the batter are okay. Then fold in the chopped pecans with 2-3 gentle stirs for even distribution.
- Cook waffles: Preheat your waffle iron and cook the batter according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden and crispy. To keep waffles warm and crisp while making the rest, place them on a cooling rack set inside the oven at its lowest temperature.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
- Beating egg whites separately and folding them in adds extra airiness to the waffles.
- Using canned pumpkin adds moisture and flavor, but fresh pumpkin puree can be used as a substitute.
- For crisper waffles, keep them warm on a rack inside a warm oven instead of stacking them.
- Adjust sweetness by including or omitting the optional brown sugar depending on your taste.
