Crunchy pecan waffles studded with toasted pecans add nutty richness to a classic vegetarian family breakfast. Drizzled with maple syrup, these golden waffles are a warm, satisfying weekend treat.
Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with melted butter or oil to prevent sticking.
In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually fold wet ingredients into the dry mix, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
Add toasted chopped pecans to the batter and gently fold to distribute them evenly. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to hydrate and thicken slightly.
Pour a portion of batter into the hot waffle iron. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crisp, usually 4–6 minutes per batch. Avoid opening the waffle iron early to ensure proper crisping.
Remove waffles carefully and serve immediately while hot. Drizzle with maple syrup as desired.