Fluffy Pumpkin Protein Waffles With Chocolate Sauce
These Fluffy Pumpkin Protein Waffles with Chocolate Sauce are a cozy, high-protein breakfast treat featuring pumpkin purée, warm spices, and a drizzle of rich vegan chocolate sauce. Light, crisp, and satisfying — perfect for a fall morning indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3–4 waffles (2–3 servings)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or oat flour)
- 1 scoop (about 25 g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 3/4 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 eggs or 2 flax eggs (for vegan option)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
- Pinch of salt
For the chocolate sauce:
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or agave
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or 2 tbsp plant-based milk
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle maker and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine pumpkin purée, milk, eggs (or flax eggs), coconut oil, and maple syrup. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined — don’t overmix.
- Pour the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- While waffles cook, make the chocolate sauce: whisk cocoa powder, maple syrup, and coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth. Add a splash of milk to thin if needed.
- Serve waffles warm, drizzled with the chocolate sauce and your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use flax eggs and plant-based protein for a fully vegan recipe.
- For gluten-free waffles, use oat flour or a gluten-free blend.
- Reheat waffles in a toaster or oven for crispiness.
- Store leftover chocolate sauce in the fridge and warm before using.
- Top with bananas, nuts, or coconut cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
