Description
These Pumpkin Spice Waffles are a delightful seasonal treat combining the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spice with the hearty texture of whole wheat and all-purpose flours. Perfect for a cozy autumn breakfast, they are fluffy, flavorful, and easy to prepare using a waffle iron.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Dash of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 2 tsp butter for greasing the waffle iron
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and a dash of salt. Mix these ingredients well to ensure an even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg thoroughly, then add the milk, vegetable oil, and pumpkin puree. Whisk the mixture until all wet ingredients are fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until the batter is just moistened. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- Preheat and Grease Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions. Once hot, grease the surface with butter using a brush or paper towel to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Cook Waffles: Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup, drop dollops of batter (about 1/4 to 1/3 cup each) onto the hot waffle iron. Close the lid and cook until waffles turn golden brown on both sides and are cooked through, typically several minutes depending on your waffle iron model.
Notes
- These waffles are perfect for autumn and can be served with maple syrup, whipped cream, or toasted nuts for added texture and flavor.
- For an extra moist waffle, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- You can substitute pumpkin pie spice with freshly ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if you prefer a homemade spice blend.
- To make these waffles gluten-free, substitute the flours with a gluten-free all-purpose blend, but adjust liquid amounts slightly as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
