Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
These pumpkin pancakes are a delightful autumn breakfast treat featuring fluffy pancakes infused with pumpkin puree and warm fall spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Moist and tender, they are perfect for a cozy morning and can be enhanced with a variety of delicious toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cinnamon butter, or nuts.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddle Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup buttermilk or whole milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, pumpkin puree, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until moistened, being careful not to overmix to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat Griddle: Heat a griddle or skillet to medium heat, approximately 350°F, and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook Pancakes: Using about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake, scoop onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 4–5 minutes.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the pancakes carefully and cook the other side until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes.
- Serve: Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cinnamon butter, nuts, or powdered sugar.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay to ensure fluffy pancakes.
- Ensure the griddle is at medium heat (~350°F) for even cooking without burning.
- Lightly grease your cooking surface before adding batter.
- Leftover pancakes freeze well; cool completely and freeze in a single layer before transferring to an airtight container.
- Reheat frozen pancakes in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a toaster for a crisp finish.
- Customize with add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 2 pancakes)
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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