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    MJ & Hungryman ยป Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes ยป Healthy Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

    Healthy Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

    By Min On October 10, 2021, Updated August 25, 2022

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    healthy pumpkin baby waffles on a fall decorative plate with ricotta, maple syrup, and beet dip in separate bowls

    These light and fluffy pumpkin waffles are easy to make with simple ingredients. Enjoy them as a warm and cozy fall breakfast treat (or any time of the year).

    A large plate with cooked waffles, toppings, and little hands grabbing them.

    Homemade Pumpkin Spice Waffles

    As soon as the fall season hits (even before in some places), we get bombarded with pumpkin everything, don't we?

    I too hop on the pumpkin train and start baking pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, 4 ingredient pumpkin cookies, and these waffles!

    And like most, I look forward to the weekends. Not because I get to sleep in cuz that just ain't happening with two little children who think sleep is for the weak. Rather, because the hubby gets to watch the kids for a bit so I can breatheโ€ฆ

    And be in my kitchen. ALONE! That's a treat for me. While we gravitate towards super quick breakfasts on the weekdays, I use the weekends to make more involved breakfasts, like pancakes and waffles!

    These fall-flavored waffles are not hard to make. They just require a few more steps and clean up. And the best part is I get to freeze them for an easy breakfast on a busy morning.

    Made with healthy ingredients and no added sugars, these soft waffles are perfect for your baby and toddler as well!

    Now I say fall and breakfast, but enjoy the delicious pumpkin flavor any time of the day and year!

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    • Homemade Pumpkin Spice Waffles
    • Ingredients
    • Waffle maker
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Tips for Success
    • Toppings for Healthy Pumpkin Waffles
    • Serving Suggestions for Babies and Toddlers
    • Storage and Reheating Tips
    • More Pumpkin Recipes
    • Healthy Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

    Ingredients

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    • Whole wheat flour - if you want a milder flavor, use white whole wheat flour. It's still 100% whole grain.
    • Rolled oats - adds great texture and heartiness to the waffles. It also thickens the batter so that you'll end up with waffles that are soft on the inside and lightly crispy on the outside
    • Pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon - Hello, fall flavors! Even though pumpkin spice contains cinnamon, I like to add extra cinnamon. More flavor, more warmth!
    • Milk - be sure to use whole milk. Our babies and kids NEED fat for optimal brain development. If there's an allergy, here are my top two non-dairy alternatives.
    • Pumpkin puree - be sure to use real pumpkin puree (the only ingredient is pumpkin), not pumpkin pie filling. The majority of time, I use canned because it's so convenient and readily available, but you can certainly use homemade pumpkin puree.
    • Eggs - use room temperature for lighter, fluffier waffles.
    • Butter - use unsalted
    • Real maple syrup - optional, if you desire sweeter waffles

    Waffle maker

    As I shared in the peanut butter vegetable waffles post, I love our Belgian waffle maker! Once I shared that recipe, SO many of you recommended that I check out this mini waffle maker. So here I am, a happy owner of one!

    The only complaint I have is that it takes longer to make a full batch, but I do end up with the most adorably sized waffles so I guess it's a price worth paying ;).

    Belgian waffles or mini waffles, you can't go wrong with either one!

    Step-by-Step Instructions

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    1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients to ensure the baking soda and powder gets mixed in evenly.
    2. In a medium bowl, combine the wet ingredients.
    3. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated. Be careful not to over mix. Let the waffle batter sit for 10 minutes.
    4. Bake the waffles according to your waffle ironโ€™s instructions, using about ยผ cup of the batter per waffle. You can pour more if using a regular sized waffle maker.

    Tips for Success

    Sliced waffles with yogurt spread on top.
    • Combine the dry and wet ingredients really well separately to ensure that the waffles rise evenly.
    • Do NOT over mix the batter or youโ€™ll end up with tough rather than light and fluffy waffles.
    • Let batter sit for 10 minutes or so to make sure the flour and oats soak up the liquid making the batter thicken. This will also allow the gluten to expand a little, resulting in a more tender texture.
    • Be sure to preheat your waffle maker. If you donโ€™t, the exterior wonโ€™t crisp up properly.
    • Due to the variations of waffle makers (e.g. models, sizes, etc) on the maker, each waffle maker will vary in how long it takes for the waffles to cook through. So bake according to your manufacturerโ€™s directions.
    • Cool in single layer. Donโ€™t stack the waffles on top of each other as you wait for them all to be made. The heat and steam from them will cause the waffles to get too soft. If you wish, you can keep them warm in the oven while you wait for the rest to finish cooking.

    Toppings for Healthy Pumpkin Waffles

    I love to not only pack in as many nutrients as possible within baked goods themselves, but I also like to serve them with various toppings for an even tastier, more fun, and healthier snack or meal.

    Besides trying to limit sweet-flavored foods to just fruits as much as possible, I purposefully make my baked goods not very sweet. As a result, they taste delicious with both sweet and savory toppings.

    Here are some of our favorite toppings!

    • Fresh fruit - sliced or pureed
    • Homemade Date Syrup
    • Homemade unsweetened applesauce
    • Yogurt, ricotta, cream cheese
    • Warm maple syrup
    • Melted butter
    • Thinned out peanut, nut, or seed butter
    • Beetroot chickpea dip
    • Pumpkin seed spinach hummus

    Serving Suggestions for Babies and Toddlers

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    6-8 months:

    Pictured - waffle topped with Greek yogurt and ground pecans, beetroot dip, smashed blueberries

    Cut waffles into strips, serve as is or topped with suggestions listed below. One strip is plenty to start with. Always follow your baby's lead and give more if baby seems interested.

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    9+ months:

    Cut into bite-sized pieces or keep the pieces large to allow your baby to practice taking bites. If your baby is a shoveler, definitely try the latter. It's really helped slow down my baby and she's really learning to tear and chew.

    Also, the size is perfect for turning them into sandwiches! Simply spread various toppings (as suggested above) in between two waffles.

    Master List of Sandwich Ideas for Kids!

    Storage and Reheating Tips

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    Cool leftover waffles completely after cooking. Then store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Pro tip: To freeze, lay them on a cookie sheet and flash freeze. This allows you to easily remove from the freezer one at a time. Check out my how to safely store leftovers post for details!

    When ready to heat, pop them into the toaster or toaster oven. These can also be enjoyed cold, making it perfect for your child's lunch box.

    Waffles, tofu, and sweet potatoes, and raspberries.

    More Pumpkin Recipes

    • Healthy Pumpkin Banana Bread
    • Moist Pumpkin Banana Muffins
    • Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars (Healthy and Easy)
    • One Pot Parmesan Pumpkin Quinoa

    Did you make this recipe? Leave a rating below and let me know how you liked the recipe! Your feedback means so much to me!

    A large plate with cooked waffles, toppings, and little hands grabbing them.

    Healthy Pumpkin Waffles Recipe

    These light and fluffy pumpkin waffles are easy to make with simple ingredients. Enjoy them as a warm and cozy fall breakfast treat (or any time of the year).
    5 from 14 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    resting time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 14 waffles
    Author: Min | MJ and Hungryman

    Equipment

    • Mini Waffle Maker

    Ingredients

    Dry Ingredients

    • 1 ยฝ cups (235g) whole wheat flour
    • ยผ cup (25g) rolled oats
    • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder

    Wet ingredients

    • 1 ยฝ cups whole fat milk
    • ยพ cup (180g) pumpkin puree
    • 2 eggs beaten, at room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
    • 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional)
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit if you want to keep waffles warm.
    • In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients until evenly distributed.
    • In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients.
    • Combine wet and dry ingredients together. Be careful not to over mix. Let the batter sit for 10 minutes or so.
    • Preheat waffle iron. Grease by brushing or spraying with oil. Pour in ยผ cup batter (or more if using a regular sized waffle maker) and cook according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. If using the one I recommend here, 2 minutes and 45 seconds was perfect!
    • If desired, place the waffles on a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while you finish cooking the rest of the batter.

    Notes

    Storage suggestions:
    Let waffles cool completely after cooking. Then store in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
    When ready to heat, pop them into the toaster or toaster oven. These can also be enjoyed cold, making it perfect for your child's lunch box.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Sodium: 65mg | Fiber: 2g | Vitamin A: 2325IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course appetizer, snack, breakfast
    Cuisine American
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, Iโ€™m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    Comments

    1. Jenny says

      November 11, 2022 at 8:46 am

      5 stars
      This is such a great recipe! They came out light and fluffy and my baby (9 mos) gobbled them up. Followed the recipe as written (except that I forgot to let the batter sit for 10 min and I added extra cinnamon). New favorite waffle recipe. I'm going to freeze the extras so I have them on hand in a pinch. We used our full size waffle iron and the cook time was about the same. Thanks Min!

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 13, 2022 at 6:57 pm

        Hi Jenny!! I'm so glad and wow! your new favorite waffle recipe! Truly an honor!!

        Reply
        • Jenny says

          January 15, 2023 at 9:52 am

          Haha - it's no joke! I keep coming back because this is my go-to (tho sometimes I go for your PB/veggie waffles - depends what I have on hand!). My little guy especially enjoys them with some applesauce or plain greek yogurt (with or without cinnamon or peanut butter mixed in).

          I really appreciate how sensitive you are to added sugars, in general, throughout your website. Many other 'baby-friendly' recipe creators compromise on added sugar more than I would like. Hence, I keep returning ๐Ÿ™‚

          Reply
    2. Sunghee says

      August 30, 2022 at 4:29 pm

      Can I substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree instead?

      Reply
      • Min says

        August 30, 2022 at 6:08 pm

        Sure thing!

        Reply
    3. Angela says

      July 17, 2022 at 7:41 am

      5 stars
      Love these for the whole family. I didn't use room temp eggs or wait the 10 minutes and they turned out just fine ๐Ÿ‘

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 17, 2022 at 1:32 pm

        I'm so glad! Using those tips will make the waffles fluffier but def not a must!

        Reply
    4. Wendy says

      November 25, 2021 at 9:31 pm

      Canโ€™t seem to find pumpkin purรฉe, would this still turn out without it or is it missing a liquid?

      Reply
    5. Christina says

      November 15, 2021 at 11:31 pm

      5 stars
      Everything i have made from you my baby has loved. And I love that most things you make are freezer friendly! These were a hit, going to make them year round. I didnโ€™t melt the butter and they turned out fine FYI.

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 16, 2021 at 6:52 am

        This makes me so happy! Thank you for letting me know!

        Reply
    6. Kyoko says

      November 14, 2021 at 11:52 am

      Tried these as pancakes since I canโ€™t find our waffle maker (lol) and it works! My 9mo old loved them! Thank you for the recipe ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 14, 2021 at 7:11 pm

        ooh! good to know!

        Reply
    7. Lilly says

      November 10, 2021 at 5:55 pm

      I made these and my daughters absolutely loved them. I did too! They have a nice texture and a great pumpkin flavor. We love your recipes and use them every week. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 7:51 pm

        so happy to hear! Thank you!

        Reply
    8. Jacqueline Fioritto says

      November 10, 2021 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      These were delicious!

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 10:28 am

        Yay!! Thank you for letting me know!

        Reply
    9. Rachel says

      October 24, 2021 at 7:54 pm

      5 stars
      I wanted pumpkin doughnuts. Followed the recipe but baked at 350F for 10min. They were delicious!

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 24, 2021 at 9:38 pm

        oh wow! good to know!! Thanks for sharing! Will have to try it myself ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    10. Shera says

      October 22, 2021 at 10:39 pm

      Can't wait to try this. My baby has loved ALL of your recipes so far!
      Do you think it would work with spelt flour?

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 23, 2021 at 6:23 am

        So happy to hear that! While I haven't tried it, I'm pretty sure it will work! Could you let me know how it turns out if you do?

        Reply
    11. Lisa A. says

      October 21, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Went and bought the little waffle maker and made these yesterday for a little 14 month old and they are a huge hit! She loves to hold them herself and gobbled the first one up in the blink of an eye. Thanks for another great healthy recipe. We have made the pasta dishes and all the little muffins and we do not eat meat in our house so your recipes offer lots of healthy options for our girl.

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 21, 2021 at 4:21 pm

        Love it!! My son loves the mini waffle maker and made it clear that it is "his" haha. More vegetarian recipes coming your way ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    12. Emma says

      October 11, 2021 at 1:04 pm

      Would these work as pancakes?

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 11, 2021 at 8:36 pm

        I haven't tried! Will you let me know how they turn out if you do?

        Reply

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