Description
A cozy, protein-packed fall breakfast featuring pumpkin spice waffles topped with rich maple butter and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
1 cup waffle mix
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 eggs
2 teaspoons brown sugar (or brown sugar replacement like Truvia)
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
3 tablespoons softened butter
3 teaspoons maple syrup
Pecans, for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the waffle mix, pumpkin puree, eggs, brown sugar, and pumpkin spice. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Preheat your waffle maker and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Pour the appropriate amount of batter into your waffle maker based on the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Cook according to your waffle maker’s settings until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the waffles are cooking, mix the softened butter with maple syrup in a small bowl to make the maple butter. Add a pinch of salt if using unsalted butter, to taste.
- Serve the waffles warm, topped with the maple butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, and pecans for garnish.
Notes
Use gluten-free waffle mix for a gluten-free version.
Add protein powder for extra protein boost—adjust liquids as needed.
Replace pecans with pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.
To reheat, use toaster or oven for crispiness; microwave for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
