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Paleo Pumpkin Waffles with Coconut Flour Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 7 miniature waffles
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

These Paleo Pumpkin Waffles made with coconut flour are a delicious and healthy breakfast option perfect for fall. Naturally gluten-free and packed with warm spices, pumpkin puree, and a hint of vanilla, these miniature waffles offer a moist texture and rich flavor. They’re ideal for those following a paleo diet or anyone looking for a nutritious alternative to traditional waffles.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup coconut flour (40g)
  • 1/4 cup arrowroot starch (35g)
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp paleo baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (120g)
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Waffle Iron: Preheat your oven to 200 degrees F to keep waffles warm after cooking. Also, plug in the mini waffle iron to begin preheating so it’s ready for batter cooking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine coconut flour, arrowroot starch, coconut sugar, paleo baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk together thoroughly to evenly distribute spices and leavening.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Whisk: Add the eggs, pumpkin puree, avocado oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Whisk everything together until a smooth batter forms.
  4. Thicken the Batter: Let the batter sit for 5 minutes. This resting period allows the coconut flour to absorb moisture, thickening the batter to the right consistency for waffle making.
  5. Cook Waffles: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the preheated mini waffle iron. Cook until the waffle is done, usually several minutes depending on your waffle iron’s specifics, until set and cooked through.
  6. Keep Waffles Warm: Transfer cooked waffles to a wire cooling rack placed in the preheated oven at 200 degrees F. This keeps them warm and crisp while you finish cooking the remaining batter.
  7. Repeat: Continue cooking and warming waffles until all the batter is used.

Notes

  • Make sure to allow the batter to rest after mixing; this ensures the coconut flour fully hydrates for better texture.
  • Use a mini waffle iron for smaller, snack-sized waffles that cook evenly.
  • Adjust coconut sugar quantity based on your sweetness preference.
  • These waffles can be served with paleo-friendly syrup or nut butter for added flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in an oven or toaster for best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 miniature waffle
  • Calories: 115
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg