Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter

Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter: The Perfect Fall Breakfast

There’s no better way to celebrate the flavors of fall than with these Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter. With warm spices, rich pumpkin puree, and the tangy sweetness of spiced apple cider, these waffles are the ultimate autumn treat. Topped with a decadent salted maple butter, they’re perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or a festive brunch. The combination of fluffy waffles and the sweet-salty butter will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients:

For the Waffles:

• 6 tablespoons salted butter
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups spiced apple cider
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

For the Salted Maple Butter:

• 6 tablespoons salted butter
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Directions:

1. Prepare the Brown Butter:
   • In a medium pot, melt the 6 tablespoons of salted butter over medium heat. Let the butter cook for 2-3 minutes until it turns a light golden brown and smells nutty. Be careful not to burn it! Remove from heat and transfer the browned butter to a large mixing bowl.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   • Whisk the pumpkin puree, spiced apple cider, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract into the browned butter until the mixture is smooth.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
   • In the same bowl, add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and kosher salt. Stir until just combined. It’s okay if the batter is slightly lumpy—this will make your waffles light and fluffy.
   • Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the ingredients to fully come together.
4. Make the Salted Maple Butter:
   • While the waffle batter rests, prepare the salted maple butter. In a small bowl, mix together the salted butter, maple syrup, and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.
5. Cook the Waffles:
   • Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
   • Once heated, pour the waffle batter into the iron, making sure to spread it evenly. Cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes, depending on your waffle iron.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the waffles warm with a generous dollop of the salted maple butter on top. Drizzle extra maple syrup over the waffles if you’d like even more sweetness.

Tips:

• Batter Consistency: Don’t overmix the batter—leaving a few lumps will ensure your waffles stay light and fluffy.
• Spiced Apple Cider: If you don’t have spiced apple cider, you can use regular apple cider or juice and add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg for that extra fall flavor.
• Make Ahead: You can prepare the salted maple butter ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.

Quick Facts:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 6 waffles
• Calories: 280 kcal per waffle

These Cider Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Maple Butter are the perfect way to bring the cozy flavors of fall into your kitchen. The rich pumpkin flavor combined with the sweetness of spiced apple cider makes these waffles irresistible. Top them off with the creamy salted maple butter, and you’ve got a breakfast that feels like a warm autumn hug. Enjoy!

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