Description
These Pumpkin Waffles offer a perfectly spiced, fluffy breakfast treat blending the warm flavors of pumpkin puree and classic fall spices. With a crispy exterior and tender interior, they’re ideal for a cozy morning or brunch, made using a waffle maker for that perfect golden crunch.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp coarse kosher sea salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/3 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (separated)
- 1 egg white
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Begin by preheating your waffle maker to ensure it’s hot and ready when your batter is prepared, which will help in creating crisp waffles.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, kosher sea salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside this dry mix.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: Melt the unsalted butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Add the brown sugar, whisk to combine, then stir in pumpkin puree followed by buttermilk to prevent curdling. Add vanilla extract and the egg yolks, whisking all together until smooth.
- Beat Egg Whites: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the three egg whites in a separate medium bowl until stiff peaks form, which will add lightness to the waffles.
- Combine Ingredients: Fold the dry ingredients gently into the wet mixture until just a few flour streaks remain. Carefully fold in the whipped egg whites, taking care not to overmix to keep the batter airy.
- Cook Waffles: Spoon the batter into the preheated waffle maker, cooking each waffle until it’s crisp and golden brown. Serve waffles immediately or reheat by toasting when ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter after adding the egg whites; folding gently helps maintain fluffiness.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor; canned pumpkin works as well.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute with milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar per cup.
- Adjust the amount of pumpkin pie spice according to your taste preferences.
- Waffles are best served fresh but can be reheated in a toaster or oven for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
