Crispy Pecan Waffles with Maple Drizzle
Deliciously crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these pecan waffles paired with warm maple syrup are the perfect breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- 2 tbsp sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
- 1 tbsp baking powder Leavening agent
- ½ tsp salt Enhances flavor
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for vegan option
- 1¾ cups whole milk Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor
Additions
- 1 cup toasted, chopped pecans For best flavor, use toasted pecans
- Butter for serving To enhance flavor
- Maple syrup warmed Essential for serving
- Powdered sugar for dusting For presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and measure out the necessary quantities.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and whisk in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans into the batter.
Cooking
- Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's guidelines until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Keep cooked waffles warm in a low oven (200°F) while continuing to cook the remaining waffles.
Serving
- Serve the waffles stacked with a pat of butter on top and drizzle generously with warm maple syrup.
- Dust with powdered sugar for presentation.
Notes
These waffles can also be served with fresh fruits like berries or bananas. For a twist, try adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.