As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the arrival of autumn brings with it a sense of warmth and comfort. And what better way to embrace the cozy vibes of the season than with a batch of homemade pumpkin pancakes?

Delicious Pumpkin Pancake Recipe
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The earthy sweetness of pumpkin, infused with fragrant spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup, evokes memories of crackling fires, hayrides, and pumpkin patches. These pancakes offer a delicious taste of fall and a nourishing and satisfying start to the day. With each fluffy bite, you’ll be transported to a world of seasonal delights, making pumpkin pancakes the quintessential autumn breakfast treat.

Pumpkin Pancake Ingredients

Pumpkin pancakes ingredients.

Pumpkin Pancakes

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • Cooking spray for frying

Pumpkin Pancakes Topping

  • Maple syrup
  • Whipped cream
  • Chopped walnuts

Recipe Supplies

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Non-stick skillet or griddle

How to Make Pumpkin Pancakes

Pumpkin pancakes dry ingredients in a bowl.

Step 1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar.

pumpkin pancakes wet ingredients.

Step 2. In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.

Combine wet and dry ingredients to make pumpkin pancakes.

Step 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Mixing Tip

Do not overmix the wet and dry ingredients. Overmixing can develop too much gluten and make pancakes ‘tough’ and chewy.

Cooking pumpkin pancakes on a non-stick pan.

Step 4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium to medium heat (adjust according to your heat source) and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Next, using a cookie scoop or small ladle, pour small amounts of batter onto the skillet to form 3″–4″ diameter pancakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Pumpkin pancakes with maple syrup and walnuts.
  • Serve the pumpkin pancakes warm with maple syrup, chopped walnuts, and whipped cream (optional) for added deliciousness.

Whether enjoyed on a lazy Sunday morning or as a snack, these pancakes are the perfect way to bask in the flavors of the fall season. So, gather your loved ones, whip up a batch of these scrumptious pancakes and savor each forkful of these delightful pumpkin pancakes!

Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

Pumpkin pancakes with maple syrup and walnuts.

Pumpkin Pancakes

Yield: 6-8 Pancakes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Indulge in the flavors of fall with our irresistible pumpkin pancakes recipe. Made with creamy pumpkin puree and a blend of warm spices, these pancakes are fluffy, flavorful, and perfect for cozy autumn mornings.

Ingredients

Pumpkin Pancakes

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 T. melted butter
  • cooking spray

Toppings

  • Maple syrup
  • Chopped walnuts
  • Whipped cream

Instructions

    1.  In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and sugar.
    2. In a separate bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined. P
    3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. To prevent 'tough' and chewy pancakes, do not overmix the wet and dry ingredients.
    4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium to medium heat (adjust according to your heat source) and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray. Next, using a cookie scoop or small ladle, pour small amounts of batter onto the skillet to form 3″–4″ diameter pancakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
    5. Serve the pumpkin pancakes warm with maple syrup, chopped walnuts, and whipped cream (optional) for added deliciousness.

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