Whole Wheat Pumpkin Waffles
Start your day with nutritious and fluffy Whole Wheat Pumpkin Waffles, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, oil, and honey or maple syrup (if using). Stir until everything is well blended.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Cooking
- Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron, following your appliance's instructions for cooking time (typically about 3-5 minutes).
- Carefully remove the waffles and serve warm with your choice of toppings.
Notes
Let batter rest before cooking for fluffier waffles. Experiment with toppings like nuts or chocolate chips.