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Pumpkin Pancakes

Delicious Easy Pumpkin Pancakes for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy these delicious easy pumpkin pancakes, a perfect breakfast to start your cozy autumn mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Consider using gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar White sugar can be substituted for a lighter taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Always check its freshness.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Swap in pumpkin pie spice if desired.
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ginger Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Cloves Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 large Egg Use an egg substitute if vegan.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Fresh pumpkin puree is a great alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Use vegetable oil for a nondairy option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Griddle
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Pancakes
  1. Preheat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat to about 350°F.
  2. Mix the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, canned pumpkin, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients bowl and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Lightly grease the griddle and pour about ⅓ cup of batter for each pancake; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip each pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, or toppings of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes for fluffier pancakes. Ensure baking powder is fresh to achieve the desired rise.

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