Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

6 servings
These pumpkin pancakes are easy and super fluffy. They taste like pumpkin pie in pancake form.

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 15 oz pumpkin puree)

    (I used Libby's 100% Pure Pumpkin

  • 3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk

    or kefir*

  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Extra light olive oil)

    to sautee (or coconut oil or butter

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well blended.

  2. 2

    Whisk in pumpkin puree, buttermilk, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and cinnamon then whisk your flour mixture into the pumpkin mixture.

  4. 4

    Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add just enough oil to lightly coat the surface. Spoon batter into the pan (about 2 Tbsp per pancake) and sautee 2-3 min per side. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil as needed. Serve warm with maple syrup.

Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe

25 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the cozy, comforting flavors of pumpkin pie for breakfast? These Pumpkin Pancakes deliver that irresistible taste in a super fluffy stack, making any morning feel like a special occasion. Get ready to transform your breakfast routine.

What makes these Pumpkin Pancakes stand out is the generous amount of real pumpkin puree combined with just the right balance of baking powder and low-fat buttermilk. This ensures every bite is incredibly light and airy, never dense, providing that signature melt-in-your-mouth texture you crave. You'll love how easy it is to achieve such a luxurious consistency and comforting, spiced flavor.

Prepare for a breakfast experience that tastes exactly like autumn in a bite. These pancakes are wonderfully tender with a beautiful golden-brown exterior, carrying the rich, warm spice of ground cinnamon that's reminiscent of your favorite pumpkin pie. The texture is irresistibly fluffy, dissolving gently in your mouth. They're straightforward to make, perfect for a relaxed weekend breakfast or a special holiday brunch that will impress everyone.

Customization & Variations You can easily tailor these pumpkin pancakes to your liking. If you don't have low-fat buttermilk, feel free to use kefir for a similar tangy richness. For cooking, extra light olive oil works beautifully, but coconut oil or classic butter will also lend delicious flavor to your griddle. For an extra touch of spice, a pinch of ground ginger or nutmeg could be added alongside the cinnamon, though the recipe's current spice level is perfectly balanced.

These delightful pumpkin pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast, a festive holiday brunch, or any time you're craving a taste of fall. Serve them warm with your favorite maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of toasted pecans for an extra layer of texture and nutty flavor.

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