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Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.

Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter

Delight in these Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter, a perfect autumn breakfast treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 waffles
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Waffle Batter
  • 6 tablespoons Land O’Lakes® Salted Butter Browned for added depth
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling
  • 1 cup Spiced Apple Cider Replaces buttermilk
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup For sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger Enhances flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances sweetness
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup For drizzling
  • pinch Flaky Sea Salt For flavor contrast

Equipment

  • waffle iron
  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • separate bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Waffle Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the Land O’Lakes® Salted Butter. Allow it to melt and cook, stirring constantly for about 2-3 minutes until it turns golden brown.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter with pumpkin puree, spiced apple cider, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and kosher salt.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  5. Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the remaining browned butter with maple syrup and a pinch of flaky sea salt.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  7. Ladle the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.
  8. Remove the waffles and serve warm, drizzled with prepared salted maple butter and additional maple syrup, topped with flaky sea salt if desired.
    Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container either at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze individually for up to 3 months and reheat in a toaster.

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