Spiced Pumpkin Waffles with Creamy Maple Glaze, Pecans, and Cinnamon

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Here's a cozy recipe for spiced pumpkin waffles that are perfect for a fall breakfast. Topped with a creamy maple glaze and crunchy pecans, they're sure to be a hit!

Spiced Pumpkin Waffles with Creamy Maple Glaze, Pecans, and Cinnamon

Ingredients:

For the Spiced Pumpkin Waffles:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 ¼ cups whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Creamy Maple Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (to thin as needed)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings:

• ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
• Ground cinnamon for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Waffle Batter:
2. • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
   • In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Cook the Waffles:
4. • Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
   • Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or melted butter.
   • Pour the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it out evenly. Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp (usually about 3-5 minutes, depending on your waffle iron).
   • Repeat with the remaining batter, keeping the cooked waffles warm in a 200°F oven if needed.
5. Make the Creamy Maple Glaze:
6. • In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, and softened cream cheese until smooth.
   • Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
   • If the glaze is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to reach your desired consistency.
7. Assemble the Waffles:
8. • Place each waffle on a plate and generously drizzle with the creamy maple glaze.
   • Sprinkle with toasted pecans and a dash of ground cinnamon.
9. Serve:
10. • Serve the waffles warm with extra maple syrup on the side if desired.

Tips:

• To toast the pecans, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently until fragrant and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.