Description

These Candied Pecan Pumpkin Spice Waffles are a delightful autumn breakfast treat featuring fluffy waffles infused with warm pumpkin pie spices and topped with crunchy, sweet candied pecans, fresh banana slices, and rich maple syrup. Perfect for cozy mornings and festive occasions, this recipe combines classic fall flavors with a crispy, tender texture.

Ingredients

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Waffle Batter

2 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
1 egg yolk, beaten
3 egg whites
1 2/3 cups milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Candied Pecans

1 cup pecans
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg

Garnish

Slabs of butter
Banana slices
Maple syrup

Instructions

Preheat waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron and prepare it by spraying with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Make candied pecans: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt the unsalted butter and add pecans, cinnamon, sugar, and nutmeg. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently to coat pecans evenly and prevent sticking. Remove pecans to a piece of parchment paper and let them cool.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, brown sugar, sea salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir to blend all the dry ingredients well.
Combine wet ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg yolk, milk, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the liquid mixture into the dry flour mixture and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Whip egg whites: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the waffle batter to maintain airiness.
Cook waffles: Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes, until waffles are browned and crisp.
Serve: Top waffles immediately with the cooled candied pecans, fresh banana slices, slabs of butter, and a generous drizzle of maple syrup. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For best results, do not overmix the batter to keep waffles fluffy.
If you prefer, substitute pumpkin pie spice with a mix of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
Candied pecans can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
Use fresh pumpkin puree for a richer flavor over canned.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to taste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Waffle Iron
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle with toppings
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: pumpkin spice waffles, candied pecans, fall breakfast, autumn waffles, pumpkin puree waffles, holiday breakfast