Have you ever tried a sweet version of pumpkin? These pumpkin waffles are an autumnal highlight and a wonderful way to enjoy the seasonal vegetable in a completely different way. They're crispy on the outside, beautifully fluffy on the inside, and the subtle sweetness of the pumpkin harmonizes perfectly with the other ingredients.
Whether for a cozy Sunday breakfast or as a snack in between – these waffles are guaranteed to conjure up autumnal coziness on your table!
Preparation time: 25 minutes
Cooking/baking time: 15 minutes
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Ingredients (for 12 waffles)
- 250 g Hokkaido pumpkin
- 100 g butter
- 3 tbsp Xucker (or sugar)
- 1 pinch of salt
- 100 ml milk
- 250 g wheat flour
- 4 eggs
preparation
1. Prepare the pumpkin:
Wash the Hokkaido pumpkin thoroughly, remove the core, and finely grate it. Since the skin is edible, you can use it as well.
2. Prepare the dough:
In a large bowl, cream the butter with the sugar, eggs, and a pinch of salt until fluffy. Then add the milk, flour, and grated pumpkin. Using a hand mixer, mix everything until smooth.
3. Bake waffles:
Preheat the waffle iron. Pour about a ladleful of batter into the waffle iron and bake until golden brown. Repeat this process until all the batter is used up.
Tips & Variations
- Refine: You can refine the waffle batter with a little cinnamon, nutmeg or vanilla to make it even more aromatic.
Toppings: Serve the pumpkin waffles with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh fruit like berries or apple slices. A dollop of Greek yogurt also works wonderfully.
- Savory version: For a savory alternative, omit the sugar and season the dough with herbs and salt. Serve with a cream cheese or herb quark dip.
Serving suggestion
Arrange the pumpkin waffles on a beautiful serving plate and garnish them with your favorite toppings, such as a dusting of powdered sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts. They also taste wonderful with fresh fruit like berries or warm apple slices. They're perfect with hot tea or spicy coffee.
Conclusion
These pumpkin waffles are a real treat for the cold season and are easy to prepare with the Wanda waffle iron from Springlane. Thanks to the even heat distribution, the waffles are wonderfully crispy and fluffy at the same time. Try this recipe and enjoy the autumnal flavor of pumpkin in a whole new way!
