Pumpkin Waffles With Cajeta Caramel Sauce Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Waffles With Cajeta Caramel Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CAJETA SAUCE:; 1 quart Goat Milk; 1 cup Sugar; 1 whole Cinnamon Stick; 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt, Heaping; 1 whole Vanilla Bean, Split, Seeds Scraped Out (or 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Bean Paste Or Extract); 1/2 teaspoons Teaspoon Baking Soda, Dissolved In 1/2 Teaspoon Water; 1 Tablespoon Bourbon; FOR THE WAFFLES:; 1 cup All-purpose Flour; 3 Tablespoons Light Brown Sugar, Packed; 2 teaspoons Baking Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoons Freshly Grated Nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoons Ground Ginger; 1 dash Ground Cloves; 1 dash Ground Allspice; 6 Tablespoons Pumpkin Puree; 1 cup Milk; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (or Seeds From Half Of A Vanilla Bean Pod); 1/4 cups Unsalted Butter, Melted Plus Additional For Greasing Waffle Iron; 1/4 cups Toasted, Salted Pepitas; 1/2 cups Whipped Cream

Servings: persons

FOR THE CAJETA SAUCE:
1 quart Goat Milk
1 cup Sugar
1 whole Cinnamon Stick
1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt, Heaping
1 whole Vanilla Bean, Split, Seeds Scraped Out (or 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Bean Paste Or Extract)
1/2 teaspoons Teaspoon Baking Soda, Dissolved In 1/2 Teaspoon Water
1 Tablespoon Bourbon
FOR THE WAFFLES:
1 cup All-purpose Flour
3 Tablespoons Light Brown Sugar, Packed
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1/4 teaspoons Cinnamon
1/8 teaspoons Freshly Grated Nutmeg
1/8 teaspoons Ground Ginger
1 dash Ground Cloves
1 dash Ground Allspice
6 Tablespoons Pumpkin Puree
1 cup Milk
1 whole Egg, Beaten
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract (or Seeds From Half Of A Vanilla Bean Pod)
1/4 cups Unsalted Butter, Melted Plus Additional For Greasing Waffle Iron
1/4 cups Toasted, Salted Pepitas
1/2 cups Whipped Cream

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For cajeta sauce:
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Combine milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, salt, vanilla beans and pod in a large, heavy-bottom sauce pan or Dutch oven. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in dissolved baking soda. Be cautious as baking soda causes the mixture to rise and bubble. When bubbles subside, return to heat.
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Simmer mixture over medium-low to medium heat, stirring at least every 10-15 minutes to ensure caramel does not burn. You don't want the mixture to be boiling; however, it should be at a rapid simmer (otherwise this process may take seemingly forever). Continue to cook for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until mixture takes on a deep caramel color and is a syrupy consistency. After about 45 minutes, I tasted the sauce and removed the cinnamon stick as it was cinnamon-flavored enough for me at this point. Stir in the bourbon during the last few minutes of cooking. Before serving, also discard the vanilla bean pods. If using vanilla extract, stir in with the bourbon.
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For the waffles:
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While cajeta sauce cooks, prepare waffle batter. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and spices in a large bowl. Combine pumpkin, milk, egg, and vanilla in another bowl. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, stirring just to combine. Stir in melted butter. Do not over-mix. Allow batter to rest for 15 minutes or up to an hour at room temperature.
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Meanwhile, heat waffle iron. Grease iron, ladle in batter and cook according to manufacturer's directions. For my iron, I scoop about 1/2 cup of batter per waffle. Repeat process with remaining batter. Reheat cajeta sauce for several seconds in the microwave if prepared ahead of time. Serve waffles with cajeta sauce, pepitas and whipped cream. Enjoy.
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Note: After some experimentation, I learned my waffle iron produces the most perfectly cooked-through, crispy waffles at the medium heat setting for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. The indicator light that shows your waffles are ready is not always the most accurate measure of doneness. The ideal temperature and cook time will vary largely depending on the thickness and composition of your batter.

777

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CAJETA SAUCE:, 1 quart Goat Milk, 1 cup Sugar, 1 whole Cinnamon Stick, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Waffles With Cajeta Caramel Sauce falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pumpkin Waffles With Cajeta Caramel Sauce

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