Description
Delicious pumpkin pancakes served with maple syrup, whipped cream, and chopped walnuts, perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch. These fluffy pancakes incorporate warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, coupled with pumpkin puree for a seasonal twist.
Ingredients
Pancakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Cooking spray or butter for frying
Toppings
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- Chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, large egg, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.
- Preheat skillet: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat it with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook pancakes: Using a scoop or spoon, pour small portions of batter (about 3-4 inches wide) onto the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until bubbles form and the edges look set.
- Flip and finish cooking: Flip each pancake carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm topped with maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter; it is okay if some lumps remain for fluffier pancakes.
- Adjust the thickness of the batter by adding a bit more milk if needed.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle for even cooking and easy flipping.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Chopped walnuts can be toasted for extra crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
