Description
Delight in these fluffy, satisfying High-Protein Pumpkin Waffles that are perfect for fall and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk or dairy alternative
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 cup sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Mix together the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl.
- Blend the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, and sweetener in another bowl until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
- Cook the batter in the preheated waffle maker for 4-6 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, fresh fruit, or yogurt.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use unsweetened almond milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pumpkin waffles, high-protein breakfast, fall recipes, healthy waffles, cozy brunch