Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes are loaded with real pumpkin puree and sweet, warm spices. Topped with butter and maple syrup, these moist and fluffy pancakes are the perfect breakfast on a cool, crisp fall morning.

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Fall is my absolute favorite season when it comes to the weather, the festivals, and especially the food. I love creating comfort food recipes and, of course, all the pumpkin spice recipes I can dream up in the little bit of free time that the busy back-to-school season allows me.

When I think of comforting fall breakfast recipes, pancakes top my list. I had sweet potato pancakes once and loved them, so I thought I would try my hand at a pancake recipe using pumpkin.

This recipe for Pumpkin Spice Pancakes is simply amazing. Each bite is warm, spicy, and sweet all at once.

These are the best pumpkin pancakes I’ve ever had and definitely my ideal way to start a fall day, although I wouldn’t be mad at all if I had to sometimes settle for a Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffin instead.

These pancakes pair perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea. This Coconut Chai Tea Latte pairs deliciously with these pancakes, or if you’re like me and enjoy iced coffee all year long, try this Iced Vanilla Latte instead.

Why This Recipe Works

These pancakes are made from scratch and really easy to make. I know some people like to use a boxed pancake mix, but there’s really no need! All you need are a few pantry staples to make this recipe.

They are moist with just the right amounts of pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice flavors. Maple syrup and butter sweetens the deal and makes them even more delicious. You can also top these pancakes with chopped pecans, if you prefer.

To get moist and fluffy pancakes, I typically use whole milk or heavy cream. This recipe has also been tested with coffee creamer (flavored or unflavored).  I love the way it makes baked goods moist and adds some sweetness and flavor to each recipe.

This recipe makes 12 small pancakes. Each pancake has only 81 calories, 10 net carbs, and 2 grams of sugar.

How to Make Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

What You Need To Make This Recipe

To make the pumpkin pancakes, you will need:

• 1 cup all purpose flour: we highly recommend using high-quality baking products like King Arthur brand for the best results.
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (I use canned, but you can use fresh pumpkin puree)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)

The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.

Prep!

Preheat your griddle to 350°F. If you are using a skillet, you will want to set the heat to medium right before you begin cooking.

Create!

In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, and salt.

Add in the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, and butter. Whisk until everything is just combined and moist – it’s okay if there a few lumps in the batter.

Coat the hot griddle or skillet with butter or spray with a non-stick cooking spray. Scoop out about 1/4 cup of the batter for each pancake and pour into a circular shape onto the griddle.

Cook until bubbles appear on top, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Tip: if you find that your pancakes are not cooked through, lower the heat so that you can cook them a bit longer without burning them. Remember that pumpkin puree does add moisture to the recipe so even though these pancakes will be fluffy, they will also still be moist.

Present!

Plate your Pumpkin Spice Pancakes and top with butter and maple syrup if you like. Add some chopped pecans, or other nuts, if desired.

Serve immediately.

Tips and Techniques

• You can use canned or fresh pumpkin puree, but be sure not to use pumpkin pie filling (it’s not the same as pumpkin puree).
• Be sure to cook on medium heat or lower so that the pancakes will cook through in the center without burning on the outside. Pumpkin puree does add moisture so these pancakes will be fluffy, but still moist.
• Maple syrup is delicious on pumpkin pancakes, or to sweeten them up even more, add a dollop of whipped cream.
• Store leftover pancakes tightly covered in the refrigerator. Use within 5 days.

FAQ’s

Can You Freeze Pancakes?

Yes, pancakes actually freeze very well.

Place the pancakes in a single layer on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and place in the freezer. Once they are frozen, remove the from the baking sheet and place into a freezer bag. You can put a small piece of parchment paper between each pancake to prevent them from sticking together.

Use frozen pancakes within 2 months for the best results.

To reheat, place 1-2 pancakes on a microwave-safe plate and heat for 15-20 seconds, adding more time if needed.

If you don’t have a microwave or want to reheat a larger amount of pancakes at once, you can reheat them on a baking sheet in an oven preheated to 350°F. Place the pancakes in a single layer on the baking sheet and cover it tightly with aluminum foil. Heat for about 10 minutes or until the pancakes are warm and soft.

What Can You Do With Leftover Pumpkin Puree?

Since this recipe only calls for 1/2 cup of pumpkin puree, odds are that you are going to have some leftover. You have quite a few option as to how to use up the rest.

You can store the leftover canned pumpkin in an airtight glass or plastic container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.

Use it to make another batch or two of pancakes, or use it in another fall pumpkin recipe. The cream puffs, muffins, cookies, and risotto listed below only call for a partial can of pumpkin puree.

You can also stir some into your morning oatmeal or spoon it over a scoop of ice cream with a little cinnamon or pumpkin spice for a quick treat.

Finally, you can freeze the leftover pumpkin puree in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 3 months.

More Pancake Recipes

Here are a few more pancake recipes that you might like:

• Fluffy Blueberry Pancakes
• Simple Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
• Honey Maid S’mores Cereal Pancakes
• Gingerbread Pancakes

More Pumpkin Recipes

And, here are a few more pumpkin recipes to try:

• Pumpkin Cream Puffs
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
• Pumpkin Pie Spiced Coffee Cake
• Chai Spice Pumpkin Coffee Cake
• Soft & Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Pumpkin Risotto
• Pumpkin Chili Recipe

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This recipe was originally published on September 26, 2017. It was updated with an improved recipe, new images, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in August 2020.