Save to Pinterest Soft, spiced pumpkin muffin bites with a crisp waffle exterior are perfect for breakfast or snacking. This delicious treat brings together the coziness of pumpkin muffins with the fun texture of waffles in bite-sized form.
I first tried these pumpkin muffin waffle batter bites on a chilly fall morning. The aroma filled my kitchen, and they disappeared quickly from the plate. My kids especially love dunking them in maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Ingredients
- Wet Ingredients: 1 cup (240 g) canned pumpkin puree, 2 large eggs, 1/3 cup (80 ml) vegetable oil, 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Dry Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups (190 g) all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- Optional: 1/2 cup (85 g) mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron:
- Preheat a mini waffle maker or a regular waffle iron to medium.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, brown sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Combine wet and dry:
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or pecans if desired.
- Cook bites:
- Lightly grease the waffle iron. Drop heaping tablespoonfuls of batter onto the hot iron, spacing as needed.
- Cook and repeat:
- Close and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and set. Remove bites and repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve:
- Serve warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with maple syrup, if desired.
Save to Pinterest These bites have become a favorite for cozy weekend breakfasts in our house. We love gathering around the waffle maker and sampling them hot off the iron.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, mini waffle maker or standard waffle iron, measuring cups and spoons, spatula
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Wheat (gluten), Milk (if using dairy milk or chocolate chips), Tree nuts (if using pecans). For nut-free, omit pecans.
Nutritional Information
Each bite contains approximately 60 calories, 2.5 g total fat, 9 g carbohydrates, and 1 g protein (based on 24 bites, without optional add-ins).
Save to Pinterest Try these pumpkin muffin waffle bites with your favorite toppings—they are sure to brighten any morning.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I substitute the pumpkin puree?
Yes, mashed sweet potato works as a flavorful alternative with similar texture.
- → How do I make these gluten-free?
Replace all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend for tender, gluten-free bites.
- → What toppings work well?
Try powdered sugar, maple syrup, yogurt, or your favorite nut butter for extra flavor.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
Yes, store cooled bites in an airtight container. Warm briefly before serving for best texture.
- → Which nuts or add-ins can I use?
Mini chocolate chips or chopped pecans add richness; omit for allergen-safe bites.
- → How long do they cook in the waffle maker?
Each batch takes about 2–3 minutes until golden and set. Adjust timing for crispiness.