Description
This Cider Pumpkin Waffles recipe is the ultimate fall breakfast treat, combining the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves with the rich flavors of pumpkin puree and apple cider. These waffles are crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfect for serving with maple syrup, whipped cream, or a variety of delicious toppings to celebrate the cozy autumn season.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings (optional)
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Caramel sauce
- Apple slices, sautéed in butter and cinnamon
- Pumpkin spice
- Cream Cheese Glaze
- Brown Butter Pecan Sauce
- Spiced Cranberry Sauce
- Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until fully mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, apple cider, milk, vegetable oil, lightly beaten eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the brown sugar is completely dissolved.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the waffles.
- Optional Batter Rest: Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow the ingredients to fully hydrate, which will improve the texture of the waffles.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure even cooking.
- Grease Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with cooking spray or melted butter to prevent sticking.
- Pour Batter: Pour the recommended amount of batter (typically 1/2 to 3/4 cup per waffle) onto the waffle iron.
- Cook Waffles: Close the waffle iron and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Remove Waffles: Carefully remove the cooked waffles from the waffle iron to avoid breaking them.
- Optional Keep Warm: Keep the waffles warm by placing them on a wire rack in a preheated 200°F oven until ready to serve.
- Serve: Top the warm waffles with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, chopped nuts, or caramel sauce, and enjoy your cozy fall breakfast!
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the waffles light and fluffy.
- Resting the batter is optional but helps with texture and flavor development.
- Adjust cooking time depending on your waffle iron to avoid undercooked or burnt waffles.
- Use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for an authentic pumpkin flavor.
- Try various toppings like cream cheese glaze or spiced cranberry sauce for variety.
- Waffles can be kept warm in the oven on a wire rack to maintain crispness.
- This batter can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin waffles, fall breakfast, apple cider waffles, spiced waffles, autumn recipes, pumpkin spice waffles
