Pumpkin Spice Pancakes Maple (Print)

Warmly spiced pumpkin pancakes with maple syrup bring autumn comfort to breakfast tables.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1 cup pumpkin purée
08 - 1 1/4 cups milk
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Serving

12 - Maple syrup, warmed
13 - Butter, optional
14 - Chopped pecans or walnuts, optional

# Directions:

01 - Whisk together all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
02 - In a separate medium mixing bowl, blend pumpkin purée, milk, eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until mixture is smooth.
03 - Add wet mixture to the dry ingredients and gently stir just until incorporated; avoid overmixing as some lumps are preferred for optimal texture.
04 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
05 - Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot surface per pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear and edges set.
06 - Carefully flip pancakes and continue cooking for 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked throughout.
07 - Serve pancakes warm, topped with maple syrup and additional butter or nuts as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses real pumpkin for rich flavor and a boost of fiber
  • Warm spice blend so each bite tastes like fall
  • Easy to mix in one bowl and comes together in thirty minutes
  • Stays light and fluffy even if made ahead
  • Customizable with nuts or chocolate chips mixed in
02 -
  • Vegetarian friendly with easy swaps for dairy
  • Pumpkin purée adds vitamin A and sweet depth
  • Pancakes stay tender if you avoid overmixing
  • They freeze beautifully for quick future breakfasts
03 -
  • Always let the batter rest for five minutes before cooking for fluffier results
  • Resist pressing down on pancakes with the spatula keep them light
  • Stick with pure maple syrup and avoid imitation for the best flavor payoff

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