Pumpkin Pancakes
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar – packed
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg – beaten
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter – melted and cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil – for greasing pan
- maple syrup – for serving
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, pumpkin puree, beaten egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk just until no dry pockets remain; the batter will be thick. If it seems overly stiff, whisk in 1–2 tbsp more milk. Let the batter rest 5 minutes.
4. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat (about 350°F). Lightly brush the surface with a little vegetable oil.
5. Scoop 1/4-cup portions of batter onto the hot surface, spacing them apart. Cook until edges look set and bubbles form and begin to pop on top, 2–3 minutes; adjust heat to maintain a gentle sizzle without smoking.
6. Flip and cook until the undersides are deep golden and centers spring back to a light touch, 1.5–2.5 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter, lightly oiling the pan between batches.
7. Serve warm with maple syrup.
Pumpkin pancakes deliver a fluffy, tender bite infused with the cozy warmth of autumn spices. The pumpkin puree lends moisture and a mellow sweetness, while cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg add aromatic depth without overpowering. They cook up with a bronze crust on the griddle and are ideal for soaking up maple syrup.
Rooted in American diner-style pancakes, pumpkin pancakes rose to prominence alongside the widespread availability of canned pumpkin in the 20th century. They became a seasonal favorite in the U.S., especially in fall when pumpkin desserts and spiced drinks surge in popularity. Today they are a weekend breakfast staple and a festive bridge between classic griddle cakes and holiday flavors.