Nothing says cozy fall mornings like a stack of pumpkin spice waffles dripping with maple syrup. They’re light, crisp on the outside, soft inside, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove – like pumpkin pie in waffle form.
Whether you’re planning a lazy weekend brunch or looking for a holiday breakfast idea, this easy pumpkin waffle recipe is pure autumn comfort.
Why You’ll Love These Pumpkin Spice Waffles
- Full of warm fall flavor: Cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg give every bite cozy pumpkin spice vibes.
- Crisp edges, fluffy centers: Melted butter in the batter makes them rich but light.
- Freezer-friendly: Reheat in the toaster for quick weekday breakfasts.
- Perfect for topping: Try whipped cream, candied pecans, or a drizzle of maple butter.
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Waffles
Here’s what to add to your grocery list:
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- granulated sugar
- all the ground spices: cinnamon, clove, nutmeg and allspice
- whole milk
- 3 eggs
- pumpkin puree – make sure you don’t purchase pumpkin pie filling!
- unsalted butter
And here is the waffle maker that I use (I like the squares, personally!).
Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Waffles
- Don’t overmix the waffle batter – Whisk until just combined. It will help keep your waffles fluffy.
- Use real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Get organic pumpkin pie puree if you can, which tends to be extra delicious.
- Double the recipe and freeze extras – you can then reheat them by toasting them straight from the freezer.
Helpful FAQs
Can I make these with almond or oat milk?
Yes! Substitute 1:1 with your favorite non-dairy milk.
Can I use pumpkin pie spice instead of individual spices?
Absolutely – use 1½ to 2 teaspoons total.
Can I use this batter to make pancakes?
Yes – just cook spoonfuls on a griddle or a pan instead of a waffle iron.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Waffles
Let’s make them together!
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, melted butter, eggs and milk.
Step 2
Add in the flour, spices, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix until just combined and most of the lumps are gone.
Step 3
Grease the waffle iron with butter. Once the iron is hot, add about 1 cup of batter to the iron at a time, spreading it out evenly before closing the lid. Cook the waffles until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Then remove the waffle and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve with butter and syrup!
Other Recipes to Try
If you liked these pumpkin spice waffles, check out these other recipes:
Chocolate Chip Sourdough Waffles
Sticky Banana Toffee Coffee Cake
Baked Pumpkin Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar
Pumpkin Bread with Streusel Topping
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Pumpkin Spice Waffles
Equipment
- 1 waffle iron
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground clove
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
- 1¾ cups whole milk
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, melted butter, eggs and milk.½ tsp ground nutmeg, 1¾ cups whole milk, 3 eggs, ½ cup pumpkin puree, ½ cup unsalted butter
- Add in the flour, spices, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix until just combined and most of the lumps are gone.1 tsp cinnamon, ½ tsp ground clove, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, ¼ tsp ground allspice, 2 cups all purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp salt
- Grease the waffle iron with butter. Once the iron is hot, add about 1 cup of batter to the iron at a time, spreading it out evenly before closing the lid.
- Cook the waffles until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Then remove the waffle and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve with butter and syrup!
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