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Start your morning with these Vegan Pear-Ginger Waffles, infused with fresh ginger and a hint of orange zest. Topped with caramelized pear slices, juicy mandarin segments, and vibrant pomegranate seeds, finished with a drizzle of orange-maple glaze. This light, fruity, and aromatic breakfast is a refreshing twist on classic waffles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Waffles

  • 1 ½ cups 180 g all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 ½ cups 360 ml plant-based milk
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Caramelized Pears

  • 2 ripe pears peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegan butter
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

For the Orange-Maple Glaze

  • ¼ cup 60 ml fresh orange juice
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

For the Topping

  • 1 –2 mandarins segmented
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
  • Optional: extra orange zest

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Waffle Batter

  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, grated ginger, and orange zest.
  • In a separate bowl, mix plant-based milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.

Step 2: Cook the Waffles

  • Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease.
  • Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook according to manufacturer instructions until golden and crisp.

Step 3: Caramelize the Pears

  • Heat coconut oil or vegan butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add pear slices and maple syrup, cooking 3–5 minutes until slightly caramelized and tender.

Step 4: Make the Orange-Maple Glaze

  • In a small saucepan, combine orange juice and maple syrup.
  • Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 5: Assemble & Serve

  • Stack waffles on plates.
  • Top with caramelized pear slices, mandarin segments, and pomegranate seeds.
  • Drizzle with orange-maple glaze and sprinkle extra orange zest if desired.
  • Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Batter can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge.
  • Spice Variation: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for extra warmth.
  • Nut-Free Option: All ingredients are naturally nut-free, but you can add chopped toasted nuts for crunch.
  • Storage: Cooked waffles are best eaten fresh; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 1 day and reheated.
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