Pecan-Ricotta Waffles

These pecan-ricotta waffles are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, with a little crunch from pecans. Keep the waffles warm in the oven as they complete cooking and come off the waffle iron. The ricotta in the recipe adds tenderness, richness, and great texture to the waffles. Breakfast, brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner never looked better! If desired, serve them with butter, maple syrup, and additional pecans.

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