This post is sponsored by Calphalon to celebrate the launch of their new appliance line. I couldn’t wait to try the new Calphalon IntelliCrisp™ Waffle Maker. It promises crisp, fluffy waffles thanks to a ceramic cooking surface—and it delivered. These Pumpkin Waffles with Pumpkin Spice Syrup are my favorite creation so far—perfect for autumn mornings. Calphalon’s new lineup also includes the Even Sear Multi-Grill, Digital Sauté Slow Cooker, Auto-Speed Blender, Quartz Heat Countertop Oven, and the Special Brew Coffee Maker.
I try to stay low-key when fall arrives: I wait until October for pumpkin treats and save warmer clothes until the temperature drops. Living in Los Angeles, fall doesn’t feel the same as it did elsewhere, so my favorite season has shifted to spring—when the rare LA rain makes the city unexpectedly green. Still, fall wins for produce and comfort food: squash, sweet potatoes, hearty grains, soups, and baked goods. When the weather cooled recently, I dove into pumpkin spice season. With my new Calphalon IntelliCrisp™ Waffle Maker, I turned everything into waffles. Naturally, I made pumpkin spice waffles and topped them with a pumpkin spice syrup—because there’s never too much pumpkin spice. These waffles are also delicious with sweet potato.
I’m in love with this waffle maker—the dark stainless finish looks great on my counter. My old iron needed lots of oil to prevent sticking; the IntelliCrisp’s ceramic surface is more durable and releases waffles easily with much less oil. It delivers 20% more even heat for crisp exteriors and light, fluffy interiors. You can select your preferred waffle shade, watch a countdown timer, and the unit beeps when the waffles are ready. It produces Belgian-style waffles that stay airy inside and crisp outside—my idea of breakfast perfection.
I planned to top the waffles with coconut whipped cream, but when it didn’t whip properly I doubled down on pumpkin spice and made a simple pumpkin spice syrup instead. The syrup replaces maple syrup beautifully and you can use any leftovers to flavor coffee or tea. It’s quick to make while the waffles cook—expect a delicious pumpkin-spiced breakfast in about 25 minutes.
Vegan Pumpkin Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1 1/2 cups soy milk or another non-dairy milk
- 1 tsp apple cider or white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- Grapeseed oil or coconut oil non-stick spray
- Toppings: pumpkin spice syrup (recipe below), toasted pecans, fresh sliced pear
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle maker to your desired waffle shade.
- In a bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, almond flour, arrowroot, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
- In another bowl, combine the soy milk, vinegar, vanilla, and pumpkin puree and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry and whisk gently—do not overmix.
- Grease both plates of the waffle maker, then pour batter into the center. Use about 1/4–1/3 cup per side for rounded waffles (up to 1/2 cup per side in the Calphalon IntelliCrisp™).
- Repeat with remaining batter. Cook until the waffle maker indicates they’re done.
- Serve with pumpkin spice syrup, chopped pecans, and fresh sliced pear.
- Tip: Keep waffles warm and crisp in a 200°F oven while you finish cooking the batch. Place them directly on the rack or on an oven-safe cooling rack.
Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Vegan Pumpkin Waffles
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp ginger
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, pumpkin puree, and spices. Whisk to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer about 3–5 minutes.
- Strain through a mesh strainer if desired. Simmer longer for a thicker syrup (see notes above).
If you’re as waffle-obsessed as I am, try these recipes too. Some links point to pancake batters that work great in a waffle iron:
Sweet Potato Waffles
Vegan Chick’n & Waffles
Buttermilk Waffles
Teff & Oat Pancakes (recipe under video)
Apple Spice Pancakes
