How to Make Pecan-Ricotta Waffles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Waffles are a classic breakfast dish that everyone loves, and if you're looking to shake things up a bit, then you definitely need to try our Pecan-Ricotta Waffles recipe. These waffles are not only delicious and fluffy, but they also have a wonderful nutty flavor from the pecans and a creamy texture from the ricotta cheese. Whether you're serving them for a special weekend brunch or as a quick and easy weekday breakfast, these waffles are sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups buttermilk
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 ½ teaspoons maple extract
  • cooking spray
  • ¾ cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 waffles

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C). Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a mixing bowl.
  • Combine buttermilk, ricotta cheese, and eggs in a large bowl; blend with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in melted butter and maple extract. Add flour mixture to buttermilk mixture and stir until just combined but still lumpy; don't overmix or the waffles will be tough and chewy.
  • Lightly spray the waffle iron grids with cooking spray, if needed, following the manufacturer's instructions for cooking. Add about 1 cup of batter depending on the size of your waffle iron, spreading evenly, and sprinkle batter with about 2 to 3 tablespoons pecans.
  • Cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes, making sure the waffle is fully cooked before lifting the lid (the steam slows down once the waffles are done). Remove waffle, place on a baking sheet without stacking, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and place in the preheated oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
  • Nutrition

    468 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 109mg
    • Sodium: 477mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 237mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 292mg