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Pumpkin Pancakes - Soft, Spiced, and Perfect for Cozy Mornings

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a deeper flavor)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional: a pinch of cloves for more warmth)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or neutral oil (plus more for the pan)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Maple syrup and butter for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your pan or griddle: Set a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly oil or butter the surface. You want it hot enough that a drop of water sizzles, but not smoking.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Break up any spice clumps.
  3. Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk milk, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Bring it together: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. A few small lumps are fine. Do not overmix or the pancakes can turn tough.
  5. Rest the batter: Let the batter sit for 5 minutes. This helps the flour hydrate and the leavening start working, leading to fluffier pancakes.
  6. Portion and cook: Scoop about 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the hot griddle. Spread slightly with the back of the scoop if needed. Cook until you see bubbles forming on top and the edges look set, about 2–3 minutes.
  7. Flip and finish: Flip gently and cook another 1–2 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust heat if they’re browning too quickly.
  8. Serve warm: Stack pancakes on plates, add a pat of butter, and drizzle with maple syrup. Fresh berries, chopped pecans, or a dollop of yogurt are great too.