Buttermilk Pumpkin Waffles with Apples and Apple Cider Syrup
Transform your breakfast routine with these decadent buttermilk pumpkin waffles, perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger for a cozy autumn flavor. The tender waffles are made irresistibly soft and fluffy thanks to the rich combination of pumpkin purée and buttermilk, while a warm topping of caramelized apples adds a touch of natural sweetness. The star of the dish is the homemade apple cider syrup, a luscious blend of apple cider and maple syrup thickened to perfection for drizzling. Ready in just 40 minutes, this seasonal favorite is ideal for a weekend brunch or a holiday breakfast spread. Serve these pumpkin waffles warm with their comforting toppings and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Pumpkin purée
- 1.5 cups Buttermilk
- 2 large Eggs
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 medium Apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1.5 cups Apple cider
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter may have small lumps.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
Ladle the batter into the preheated waffle iron, spreading it evenly, and cook until golden brown and crisp. Repeat with the remaining batter.
While the waffles are cooking, prepare the apple topping by heating a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still hold their shape, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the apple cider syrup, combine the apple cider and maple syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry.
Once the cider mixture begins to simmer, whisk in the cornstarch slurry. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the syrup thickens slightly, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Serve the waffles warm, topped with the sautéed apples and a generous drizzle of apple cider syrup. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 815 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 659 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
