Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. In a medium bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
We've made some healthy updates to classic buttermilk waffles that you've just got to try! We're talking butternut squash, spices, and buttermilk for light and fluffy waffles.
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Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 4
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 c. Hy-Vee whole wheat flour | ||
| 2 tsp. Hy-Vee baking powder | ||
| ¼ tsp. Hy-Vee salt | ||
| 2 tbsp. Hy-Vee granulated sugar | ||
| 1 tsp. Hy-Vee cinnamon | ||
| ¼ tsp. Hy-Vee ground nutmeg | ||
| ¾ c. frozen butternut squash cubes, thawed | ||
| 1 Hy-Vee large egg | ||
| 1 c. buttermilk | ||
| 1 tsp. Hy-Vee vanilla extract | ||
| Desired toppings, such as: Hy-Vee vanilla greek yogurt, cinnamon, honey, nutmeg, and/or fresh or frozen fruit |
Things To Grab
- Waffle iron
- 2 medium bowls
- Food processor or blender
- Hy-Vee nonstick cooking spray
Directions
Using a food processor or blender, blend thawed butternut squash until smooth. Add mixture to another medium bowl. Whisk in egg, buttermilk, and vanilla. Pour into flour mixture and stir until just combined.
Spray preheated waffle iron with nonstick spray. Add about 1/3 cup waffle batter to hot waffle iron. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions. Remove waffle from iron and repeat with remaining batter.
If desired, top hot waffles with Greek yogurt, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, and/or fresh or frozen fruit.
Nutrition facts
Servings
300 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 59g
- Protein: 12g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 15%
0%
Calcium 15%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 8%