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Pumpkin Spice Vegan Waffles with Cinnamon syrup

Pumpkin Spice Vegan Waffles with Cinnamon Syrup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 waffles

Equipment

  • Waffle iron A nonstick or ceramic waffle iron works best. If you don't have one, a sandwich press or grill pan with a waffle mold insert could work as an alternative.
  • Mixing bowls One for wet ingredients, one for dry.
  • Whisk For blending the batter without lumps.
  • Measuring cups and spoons Accuracy is key with this simple waffle recipe.
  • Ladle or Measuring Cup To pour even batter portions onto the waffle iron.
  • Small saucepan For the cinnamon syrup.

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Spice Vegan Waffles

  • 1 ¾ cups unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar for curdling the milk into vegan “buttermilk”
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
  • 3 tbsp melted coconut oil or any neutral oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups oat flour or use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten free waffles easy
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch helps crisp the waffles
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves
  • ½ tsp salt

For the Cinnamon Syrup

  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vegan butter optional, for richness

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Vegan Buttermilk

  1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes while you prep other ingredients. This curdles slightly to mimic the tang of buttermilk—important in any waffle recipe vegan fans will love.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and the vegan buttermilk mixture. Make sure it’s smooth and cohesive.

Step 3: Combine the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, stir together the oat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.

Step 4: Bring It All Together

  1. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet and mix until just combined. Do not overmix—this helps keep the waffles tender and fluffy.

Step 5: Preheat and Grease Your Waffle Iron

  1. Turn on your waffle iron and allow it to preheat fully. Lightly grease it with a bit of coconut oil or nonstick spray.

Step 6: Cook the Waffles

  1. Scoop about ½ to ¾ cup of batter into the center of the waffle iron and close the lid. Cook for 4-6 minutes or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy. Different waffle irons vary, so watch for doneness.

Step 7: Make the Cinnamon Syrup

  1. While the waffles cook, combine the maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and vegan butter in a small saucepan. Heat over low until everything is melted and combined. Keep warm for serving.

Step 8: Serve and Savor

  1. Serve the waffles hot with a generous drizzle of cinnamon syrup. Add optional toppings like toasted pecans, coconut whip, or banana slices for extra flair.