These light, fluffy Pecan Waffles bring all your favorite breakfast flavors together in one bite: buttery batter, crunchy pecans, and a drizzle of warm maple-bacon syrup.
Inspired by our favorite weekend breakfasts, this pecan waffle recipe takes everything we love about classic waffles and makes them unforgettable. Whether it's a slow Sunday morning or a holiday brunch, they're a sweet, nutty indulgence everyone loves. If your in the mood for more brunch ideas, try our Peach Pancakes, elegant French Crepes, or Skillet German Pancakes. They're all weekend favorites around here.
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Ingredients You'll Need
You don't need much to make these pecan waffles extra special. Just a few pantry staples an one key ingredient gives them that irresistible crunch.
- Flour: A mix of all-purpose and whole wheat flour keeps the texture light while adding a subtle nutty flavor
- Butter: Melted butter makes every bite rich and golden
- Eggs: Help the waffles rise and stay fluffy inside
- Milk: Any milk works here (we like 2 percent) to keep the batter smooth and pourable
- Sugar: Adds just enough sweetness to balance the toasted pecans
- Vanilla and Almond Extract: Bring that warm, bakery-style aroma
- Pecans: Finely chopped for crunch in every bite. Toast them lightly first for even more flavor
*see recipe card for quantities.
🔪Top Tip
For extra flavor, drizzle your waffles with our Maple Bacon Compote while they're still warm. They syrup soaks into every pocket and gives the perfect mix of salty and sweet.
Step-by-Step Pecan Waffle Recipe
Making these pecan waffles is simple and satisfying. Follow these easy steps for a golden, fluffy batch every time.
- Combine dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
- Mix gently until just combined, then fold in the chopped pecans.
- Cook in a hot waffle iron until golden brown and fragrant.
- Serve right away with maple syrup or Maple Bacon Compote for the perfect brunch bite.
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Storage
- Store leftover pecan waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze individual waffles in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Separate layers with parchment so they don't stick together.
- Reheat in a toaster or 350°F oven until warm and crisp. They'll taste as good as the day you made them.
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FAQ
Yes! Make the waffles ahead, let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual waffles in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in the toaster or oven until crisp.
Absolutely. The blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour adds a bit of texture and nutty flavor, but all-purpose alone works perfectly if you prefer a lighter waffle.
Toast the pecans at 350°F for 5-7 minutes before chopping. It brings out their natural oils, adds depth of flavor, and keeps them from turning soft in the batter.
Your waffle iron may not be hot enough, or the batter could be overmixed. Preheat fully, mix gently, and serve right away so the waffles stay crisp on the outside and tender inside.
Yes. The waffles are completely delicious on their own or topped with maple syrup. If you want a vegetarian option, leave out the bacon and try the Maple Compote without it.
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Pecan Waffles recipe
Light and fluffy pecan waffles topped with maple syrup, bacon, and crunchy pecans. A cozy weekend favorite from our kitchen to yours.
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 waffles 1x
Ingredients
For the Waffles
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- pinch of salt
- 2 eggs
- 1¾ cups milk
- ¾ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
For the Topping
- 8 ounces bacon
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ C chopped pecans
Instructions
For the Waffles
- In a large bowl, combine both flours, baking powder, sugar and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla and almond extract until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not over mix.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Spoon batter into a preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
For the Topping
- Dice bacon and cook in a medium sauté pan until slightly crisp (about 5-8 minutes).
- Add butter and stir until melted.
- Add brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt. cook over low heat until the sugar metlts and thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chopped pecans.
- Serve warm over waffles.
Notes
- The Maple Bacon Compote can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
- To reheat waffles, place in a toaster or 350°F oven until warm and crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Jane says
YUM!!! I love love waffles. These look absolutely fantastic and perfect for a lazy Sunday breakfast 🙂
Keith says
Thanks so much, we hope you try this, it was amazing!!!!
Niki Scott says
Nothing better to me than brunch on a late Sunday afternoon... and these waffles were perfect! I mean, BACON! C’mon. Pull out the waffle iron and make these!
Jackie says
thanks so much Niki!! We are so happy you like them!!
Tess says
In the topping directions I have put butter in a saucepan and bacon in a saute pan and I assume because I "do not drain" before adding more ingredients for the topping that I am adding them to the saute pan containing the bacon?? What am I doing with the sauce pan of butter?? Thank you!
Keith says
I am sorry for the confusion, the butter is used in a sauté pan, so everything is cooked in one pan. I will correct to make it more clear. Thanks for reaching out. We appreciate it!!
Darren says
Pro tip: For the sweetest pecans, before a gentle toasting give them a 5min soak in fresh, lukewarm water, drain and repeat for another 5 min. This will remove most of the bitter tannins yielding a distinctly superior toasted nut. This can be done in a large batch well ahead of time, keeping the toasted nuts in a vacuum/airtight bag/container before chopping and using in delights like these waffles.
Jackie says
This is great info Darren!
We will definitely be trying this going forward. We hope you liked the waffles!