Pumpkin Waffles

Directions

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   1. Preheat waffle iron to the setting you prefer. I like a darker, crisp waffle so I go on the darker setting. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking oil.
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   2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and spices.
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   3. In large measuring cup, combing pumpkin, milk, vanilla, and egg yolks.
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   4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until fluffy and stiff. This step is crucial for getting a light waffle!
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   5. Create a well in the middle of the dry ingredients and slowly whisk the wet ingredients into the dry. Stir to remove lumps.
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   6. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the flour mixture. Make sure to fold into the waffle batter in order to not deflate the air from the egg whites.
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   7. Fill your waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer's instructions.
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   8. Serve hot with your choice of toppings, such as syrup, butter, whipped cream, fruit.