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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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