Last Updated on August 5, 2026 by Deliciously Organic Editor
Pumpkin Spice Waffles are fun way to start a fall day!
I included a Paleo/dairy-free version of this recipe for you if need to be avoiding dairy right now.
Here are some other pumpkin recipes you might enjoy!Â
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Pumpkin Roll Cake
Pumpkin Brownies
Pumpkin Pie Shake
Pumpkin Spice Waffles (Gluten-Free)
Makes about 12 large waffles
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 large waffles
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the batter (see below for dairy-free/paleo version):
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup plain whole yogurt
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend
For the Dairy-Free/Paleo Version:
- 5 tablespoons palm shortening, melted
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 large eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice blend
For Serving:
- 1 cup maple syrup, for drizzling
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)
Instructions
- To mix either the regular or dairy-free version: Whisk wet ingredients in a large mixing bowl until incorporated. Whisk dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Let batter sit for 5 minutes.
- Cook waffles on a ceramic waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions. Serve with maple syrup and butter (if using).
Hi Carrie, wondering how many servings does this recipe make?
I forgot to add the serving size. Sorry! It makes about 12 full-size waffles.
Great, thanks!
Can these be made into pancakes? I don’t have a waffle iron yet!
Thanks
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Hi!
I made the paleo version tonight and they were yummy!! My kids LOVED them!! One question…did yours turn out more like bread than a waffle? Mine were soft, like a quick bread and didn’t crisp like a normal waffle. It wasn’t an issue at all, just wondering if this was normal as I’m new to working with Coconut flour. Thanks!!!
Would this one suit your needs?
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egads, that’s a long link! But these guys are a great company for home-steady type stuff.
Oster now makes a ceramic coated waffle iron. I bought the cheap $18 one just to try it out and it works great! I might go back and buy the more heavy duty one next as the cheap one is a little flimsy. I think they even have one that makes two waffles at a time. I agree, the cast iron is tricky to make right. I’ve toyed with it so many times, but it takes a lot of patience!
Thank you, Christina! I had no idea there were ceramic waffle irons! I’ll check it out!
Thanks, Christina. I had no idea they made ceramic waffle irons. I’ll check it out!
Oh you must dress as Lady Grantham! You both are so pretty! I am hosting a Downton costume party this month, and I think since I’m doing all the cooking I’ll be Mrs. Patmore 🙂
Thanks, Erika. 🙂 I’m thinking I might buy the costume in secret and surprise them. 🙂
Could you use coconut oil instead of palm? Or would it be too coconutty? 🙂
I haven’t tested it, but I think coconut oil will work just fine. It might be a bit more coconutty then the original recipe, but the waffles should still taste great! 🙂
Making these for dinner tonight and will try freezing the extras. Can you tell me where the beautiful white plates are from? (the one with your waffle on it). Thank you for your recipes!
These were great! I wish I could get them crispier. But waffles for dinner! My husband and son both liked them, too. My iron is a bit beefy and I got six big waffles out of this recipe.
Coconut flour has a tendency to be a bit more soft. Heating up the iron more can also help. You must have a large waffle iron to have gotten just 6! 🙂
I got them from http://www.Surlatable.com – one of my favorite kitchen stores!
Do you have the direct link for these plates? I couldn’t find them on their website…..
I’m such a huge Downton Abbey fan – it simply pains me to think about waiting so long in between seasons! Those pancakes look/sound dynamite. Definitely going on the fall menu 🙂
I hear you! I hate having to wait so long! 😉
I have a non-stick tortilla maker because I couldn’t find a cast iron one that didn’t stick and actually made them thin enough. Do you have one?
I haven’t made tortillas in a few years (I’ve been on a grain-free diet), but when I did make them, I used a corn tortilla press (cost about $20) and a very hot enameled cast iron pan with some lard or ghee. Le Creuset makes some great enameled cast iron (I usually get them on ebay…I love the vintage ones!): http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B4UOTBQ?ie=UTF8&creativeASIN=B00B4UOTBQ&tag=deliciorgan03-20
I purchased a refurbished waffle iron from the 1940’s…the website is: http://www.toastercentral.com I love the waffle maker and he includes copies of the original instruction manual plus his own tip sheet. He sells many other vintage and totally refurbished products. The waffle maker is aluminum…but at least its not non-stick and it works so well! You can always call the owner and he will tell you what might be a good fit depending on what you are looking for.
They can be pricey…but you can always hit those estate sales…so many times the waffle irons are still in the box! Hope this helps!
Thank you! This is very helpful!
What are your thoughts on ceramic waffle makers? I’ve been thinking about a ceramic crepe pan or ceramic waffle maker, but haven’t made the commitment to either yet.
Could this recipe be used to make pancakes instead of waffles?
I haven’t tried it, so I can’t say. If you give it a whirl, I would thin the batter down a bit with some whole milk or coconut milk.
I made these for breakfast this morning and was very pleasantly surprised at how good they were. Not because I don’t like your recipes but because the last time I made waffles (from another website) using coconut flour, I did not like them at all. But these were very tasty without having to add a ton of maple syrup on top! This is a keeper! Thanks!
Thank you for the feedback, Nancy. I’m so glad you enjoyed them!
Which version of the recipe do you prefer? I have all ingredients on hand for both! Is there a texture difference?
I prefer the one with the butter. 🙂
These had great flavor however they stuck to our waffle maker and were very soft. Another commenter stated that they wished they could get theirs crispier and I agree with that opinion. We made the dairy version with whole milk and yogurt. After loosing three to the waffle maker, we used a large flat spatula to lift the waffle out. Fantastic flavor however prone to falling apart in the waffle maker and on the plate.
I’m sorry to hear of your issues. Did you make any substitutions? If you have issues with waffle batter sticking to the waffle pan, then the waffle iron needs to be heated to a higher temperature.
Hi: Can coconut milk be substituted for the whole milk in the dairy version?
I haven’t tested it, but You could try subbing with half whole milk and half heavy cream.
Thanks for the delicious recipe! I made these this morning, but as pancakes. It worked. The first flip was a little tricky for me, but I didn’t lose any!
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Really need to try the waffles. It’s the perfect time of year for pumpkin.
They look delicious!!!
I eat dairy and was thinking of making these for breakfast but we don’t buy yogurt (just not a regular staple). I have full fat sour cream and cream cheese on hand. Would either of those work? I could just make the paleo version since I have everything for that but just curious what your thoughts are.
I used sour cream and it seemed to work fine, but I did make them pancakes instead of waffles.
These are perfect! We’ve been looking for a waffle recipe that relied on coconut flour instead of almond flour, and wasn’t too $$$ to make. (I have 5 kids!) These are perfect. I turned my waffle iron up a bit (just above medium) and left them in longer than normal. I got a great crisp outside and yummy soft inside. We also have to watch our carb intake because of a type 1 diabetic kiddo, so I subbed 3/4 cup of stevia in the raw for the maple syrup that’s in the batter, and changed the diary milk to unsweetened almond milk. It worked perfectly. I got 8 waffles from the first batch (6 from my second.. not sure why) so they are about 5-6 carbs per waffle the way I made them. And most importantly, the kids loved them! Thanks so much for the recipe!
Hi, these look delicious! Any word from Mighty Nest about a good cast iron waffle iron? Thanks! 🙂
I cant do coconut flour. What can I use instead?
I only test the recipes on my site with the listed ingredients and measurements. If you would like to try a substitution, you are welcome to share what you used and how it turned out in the comments below. Thanks!
Hi Carrie,
I made these this morning and they were a huge hit. I was craving something pumpkin so this hit the spot and the kids loved them too! What’s the best way to store the leftovers? Is it best to cook the waffle then freeze them? I have never done that but we did have a lot of batter left over. Thanks!
I’m so glad you enjoyed them! I freeze the cooked waffles and then reheat in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes.
Just wondering – why a cast iron waffle pan?