Pumpkin Spice Waffles

Aug 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A stack of golden pumpkin spice waffles on a plate with a pat of butter and the toppings from the recipe

Fluffy waffles enriched with pumpkin purée and warmed by a blend of pumpkin spice, featuring pure vanilla bean paste for a comforting autumn breakfast.

Prep 15 min

Cook 15 min

Total 30 min

Yield 5 waffles

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Ingredients

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waffles

2.0 cups (240.0 g)all-purpose flour
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)sugar
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)baking powder
½ tsp (2.0 g)baking soda
½ tsp (3.0 g)fine sea salt
2.0 large (100.0 g)eggs
1 ¾ cups (420.0 ml)buttermilk
6.0 tbsp (85.0 g)unsalted butter, melted
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)vanilla bean paste
½ cup (120.0 g)pumpkin purée
1.0 tsp (2.0 g)pumpkin pie spice

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Instructions

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the buttermilk, melted butter, pumpkin purée, and vanilla bean paste until smooth and fully mixed.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix to keep waffles light and tender.
Lightly grease the waffle iron with nonstick spray or a brush of melted butter.
Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron to just cover the waffle grid and close the lid.
Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 4 to 6 minutes depending on your waffle iron.
Carefully remove the waffles and keep warm in a low oven if needed while you cook remaining waffles.
Serve the waffles warm with butter, maple syrup, or whipped cream as desired.

Tips

Use vanilla bean paste for a richer vanilla flavor that complements the pumpkin and spices beautifully.
Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine and will result in lighter waffles.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pumpkin spice waffles?

Plan on 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 4–6 waffles.

How should I store pumpkin spice waffles?

Store cooled waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze up to 1 month. Reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.

Can I make pumpkin spice waffles ahead?

Prepare the batter up to 1 hour ahead and keep refrigerated until ready to cook to save time in the morning.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (5 g). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Fluffy waffles enriched with pumpkin purée and warmed by a blend of pumpkin spice, featuring pure vanilla bean paste for a comforting autumn breakfast.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 5 servings this recipe makes.

390 Calories / serving

17.0g Fat

48.4g Carbs

10.6g Protein

10.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (5 servings): ~1950 cal · 85g fat · 242g carbs · 53g protein · 54g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 390 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 74 min·4.3 mi·~8650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 53 min·2.7 mi·~5300 steps
Moderate cycling 40 min·8.0 mi
Swimming laps 55 min
Jogging 38 min·3.2 mi·~6100 steps
Stair climbing 36 min·~3250 steps
Dancing 63 min
Bodyweight circuit training 40 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 91 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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