Whole Wheat Pumpkin Waffles

Ingredients

• 1 cup pure pumpkin
• 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 1/2 cup low fat milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
• 1/2 cup ground flax seed
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• chopped walnuts and additional maple syrup, optional

Instructions

Heat waffle maker while you begin making the batter.

In a medium bowl, whisk together all liquid ingredients: pumpkin through vanilla.

In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: whole wheat pastry flour through salt.

Slowly add the liquid ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until incorporated, careful not to over-mix.

Spray waffle maker with cooking spray and pour batter in, about 1/2 cup at a time. Cook until lightly golden brown or according to manufacturer's instructions.

Serve with chopped walnuts and more maple syrup, if desired.