Easy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

Start your day with a pan full of fluffy pumpkin pancakes! This recipe is easy to make in a few minutes, not to mention you can also prepare the batter ahead! Light and sweet with crisp edges, these spiced pancakes with pumpkin are the perfect chilly weekend breakfast. Pour some maple syrup on top and enjoy your autumn breakfast!

Before getting started with the steps and ingredient list, I thought it would be helpful to gather some of the most frequently asked questions here and find out together their answers. Experience thought me that knowing a little more about a recipe before getting started is always a plus! So, here is some extra info about the pumpkin pancakes recipe!

Pumpkin Pancake Recipe FAQ

What are pumpkin pancakes made of? – The main ingredients every pumpkin pancake uses are flour, pumpkin puree, baking powder, eggs, milk, and sugar. Now, depending on the cook’s preferences, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, or ginger can be added.

Are pumpkin spice pancakes good? – As long as you like the pumpkin flavor, these pancakes are the best-tasting way to start your morning. Not to mention that the eggs, milk, and flour make them nutritious enough to keep you going till lunch!

What can I do with a lot of pumpkins? – One of the best ways to avoid wasting pumpkins is to bake and puree them. After that, store them in the freezer in zip bags for all future pancakes, pies, and other baked goods.

Is pumpkin puree the same as canned pumpkin? – Canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree should be the same thing. Both terms mean 100% steamed and pureed pumpkin: no extras, no add-ins (not even in the canned variety). However, the taste and texture may differ. While, canned pumpkin is made of steamed, pureed pumpkin, or a blend of pumpkin and other squashes, homemade pumpkin puree is usually made with a sugar pie or baked pumpkin.

How to make pumpkin puree? – To make pumpkin puree, you roast the pumpkin and then puree it in a blender or food processor. Moreover, keep in mind that fresh pumpkins can create varying results depending on the pumpkin you choose – so research a little about the types of pumpkins, in order to choose the right one for your desired recipe.

Homemade Pumpkin Pancake Recipe

They are so light and fluffy with crisp edges, that everyone will enjoy them! The flavored pumpkin pancakes have a nice fall spice and are wonderful with a cup of coffee on a chilly morning. They’re also a great way to use the leftover pumpkin purée from those favorite baking recipes. One other thing that makes this recipe one of the best is the fact that you can prepare the batter in advance for those lazy mornings. Just prepare more and keep them in the freezer for up to 2 months, so you don’t have to make them from scratch every morning.

Pumpkin Pancake Recipe Ingredient List

As you’ll notice in the recipe section below, we will split the ingredients in two: dry and wet. So, for greater help, I also divided the ingredient list below in two.

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• cooking spray

How to Make Pancakes with Pumpkin

Now that you know exactly what you need in order to prepare these fluffy and full-of-flavor pumpkin pancakes, it’s time to also find out the steps!

1. First of all, we should mix together all wet ingredients. So, stir the milk, pumpkin, egg, oil, and vinegar in a bowl until they’re well combined. Keep in mind to stir them in a large bowl!

2. Next, whisk together all dry ingredients in a separate bowl. So, mix flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, allspice, cinnamon, and ginger all together!

3. Add the dry mix to the pumpkin mixture; whisk just until combined.

4. Then, spray a frying pan with cooking spray and heat it over medium-high heat.
5. Pour 3 to 4 tablespoons of batter for each pancake onto the hot pan and flatten it slightly with a spoon.

6. Cook until small bubbles appear, about 2 minutes.
7. Finally, flip and cook until golden brown, about 2 more minutes.
8. Repeat the process for every pancake!

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Enjoy Your Flavorful Breakfast!

Lastly, it’s time to share your experience with the pumpkin pancakes recipe with me. So, tell me everything about this fall breakfast recipe in the comments section below. How was your final result? Did you use canned pumpkin puree or did you make your own at home? Have you encountered any problems? Share everything, we are all here to help you! I’ll be keeping an eye on the comment section, in case you need any further advice, too.

Also, don’t forget that your input on everything I write about is extremely important. It really helps me know what you think about my work and how you would improve my recipes. So, please, keep on asking any questions in the comments section. I will make sure to respond as soon as possible!

Last but not least, if you aren’t yet convinced to try this recipe, keep in mind that most of the health benefits of pumpkin relate to its content of fiber and micronutrients, including beta-carotene and vitamin A. So, yes, indeed, pumpkin is very nutritious and low in calories. Plus, it’s more versatile than you may think, being cooked into various savory and sweet dishes alike. Here are more pumpkin recipes that you most certainly would enjoy, especially if you are a fan id this delicious orange fellow!