I love waking up to the smell of warm pumpkin pancakes, especially as the weather gets cooler. There’s something so comforting about those soft, spiced cakes on a crisp morning. If you’re ready to make your breakfast extra special, you’re in the right place.
I’ve gathered three of my favorite pumpkin pancake recipes here. Whether you like yours with fruit, a boost of protein, or just pure pumpkin spice, I have a recipe you will really enjoy. Let’s get cooking!
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Cozy Pumpkin Apple Pancakes Recipe
These fluffy pumpkin apple pancakes bring together the best of fall flavors for a perfect breakfast. You’ll love the sweet bits of apple cooked right into each bite.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Apple Pancakes
- Apple Choice: Use firm, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith. Peel and dice them small so they soften nicely when cooked.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir the batter just until the dry and wet ingredients are combined. A few lumps are okay and help keep the pancakes tender.
What You Need for Pumpkin Apple Pancakes
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup diced apple (peeled)
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 4 servings
How to Make Pumpkin Apple Pancakes
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and brown sugar. Make sure there are no clumps.
Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate medium bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3: Mix and Cook Pancakes
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Fold in the diced apples. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
📝 Final Note
These pumpkin apple pancakes are wonderful with a drizzle of warm maple syrup or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Fluffy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
These pancakes are extra fluffy and have a nice protein boost from cottage cheese. They are a wonderful take on classic pumpkin pancakes.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
- Cottage Cheese Prep: For the smoothest texture, choose small curd cottage cheese. If your cottage cheese seems watery, drain it a bit before adding it to the batter.
- Rest the Batter: Let your pancake batter sit for 5-10 minutes before cooking. This helps the flavors blend and allows the leavening agents to start working, leading to fluffier pancakes.
What You Need for Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
⏱️ Time: 25 minutes🍽️ Yields: 3-4 servings
How to Make Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Step 1: Prepare Dry and Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and brown sugar. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter or oil.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Step 3: Cook Fluffy Pancakes
Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large frying pan over medium heat. Spoon about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the pancakes are golden brown and cooked through in the center.
📝 Final Note
These pumpkin cottage cheese pancakes are great with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of yogurt, or fresh berries.
Simple Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes
Enjoy the classic taste of fall with these simple and perfectly spiced pumpkin pancakes. Every bite tastes like the season, making them a family favorite.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes
- Fresh Spices Matter: Make sure your pumpkin pie spice is fresh. Older spices lose their strength, and fresh spices will give your pancakes the best aroma and taste.
- Perfect Heat: Cook pancakes on a griddle or pan that has even, medium heat. This helps them cook through without burning the outside. If the pan is too hot, the outsides will brown quickly while the insides stay raw.
What You Need for Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
⏱️ Time: 20 minutes🍽️ Yields: 3 servings
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes
Step 1: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, melted butter or oil, and vanilla extract until everything is smooth.
Step 3: Make the Batter and Cook
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until the mixture is combined. Do not overmix. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large frying pan over medium heat. Spoon about ¼ cup of batter onto the hot pan for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the pancakes are golden brown and cooked through.
📝 Final Note
For an extra treat, top your pumpkin pie spice pancakes with a spoonful of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
