Easy Pumpkin Pancakes Using Pancake Mix

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These delicious pumpkin pancakes can be whipped up in just minutes when using a pancake mix! Perfectly spiced, these fluffy pumpkin pancakes are a cozy breakfast that’s simple enough to make any morning.

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• Recipe prep time: 5 minutes
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Total time: 25 minutes
• Recipe level: Beginner +

With just a few basic ingredients combined with canned pumpkin puree, you’ll turn a classic favorite into a delicious flavorful seasonal treat.

Ingredient Notes

• Pancake mix: Any type of pancake mix can be used to make pumpkin pancakes including: buttermilk, whole wheat, gluten-free, or protein pancake mix. Follow the package instructions and incorporate the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, spices, and use buttermilk as the liquid.
• Spices: Spices that pair well with pumpkin are nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger. You can also use a pumpkin pie spice blend. Increase the amount of spices for a more robust flavor.
• Buttermilk: whole milk can be used.
• Butter (for cooking): canola oil or cooking spray can be used.
• Optional toppings: maple syrup, butter, whipped cream, baked apples, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat a griddle or pan – Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter, oil, or cooking spray.

Mix dry ingredients – In a large bowl, add the pancake mix, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice. Stir gently until combined.

Mix wet ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and the slightly beaten eggs. Add the melted butter and the milk. Whisk ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

Combine – Add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t over mix the pancake batter. Also, a few small lumps are okay.

Cook the pancakes – Pour batter onto the preheated pan. Cook until the bubbles on the top start popping and the edges start to look set.

Carefully flip and finish cooking until golden brown. Depending on the size of your skillet or griddle, you may need to cook your pancakes in batches.

To serve – Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, butter, whipped cream, fruit, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

See recipe card below for complete measurements and cooking times.

Laura Belle’s Tips

1. For extra fluffy pumpkin pancakes – Let the batter sit for a few minutes before cooking to allow the pancake mix to absorb some of the liquids.
2. Room temperature – Allow the butter, eggs, and milk to stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes prior to making the pancakes. This step helps the ingredients to combine easier and smoother.
3. Don’t overcrowd – When cooking the pumpkin pancakes, give them plenty of room to expand and fluff. This will help them cook evenly.
4. Cooking Time – The thicker and larger the pancake, the longer it will take to cook. Keep an eye on the surface of the pancake, once the bubbles start popping, it’s time to flip and complete pancake cooking.

Storing

Allow pancakes to cool to room temperature. Pancakes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days. 

Reheating

To reheat pancakes, place them on a baking sheet and heat in a 325°F degrees toaster oven or a conventional oven for about 5-6 minutes or until warm.

Make Ahead

For the fluffiest pancakes, it’s best to use the batter when it is freshly made, but if needed, you can store the prepared batter in the fridge for 8 to 10 hours. Give it a good stir before and add a splash of milk if needed before cooking.

What to Serve Pancakes With

Pumpkin pancakes are rich and spices, so pair them with something to cut the sweetness and round out the plate:

• Crispy bacon or breakfast sausage are savory and a nice contrast to the spices.
• Fried or poached eggs if you want add hearty protein to your breakfast.
• Cheesy Texas potatoes for the ultimate comfort side dish.
• Cooked cinnamon apples or pears make a wonderful topping.
• Hot apple cider or a cup of coffee go great with spiced pancakes.

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Yield: 16-18 pancakes

Easy Pumpkin Pancake Using Pancake Mix

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These delicious pumpkin pancakes can be whipped up in no time when using a pancake mix! Perfectly spiced, these fluffy pumpkin pancakes are a cozy breakfast that's simple enough to make any morning.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups pancake mix
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs: room temperature and slightly beaten
• 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups buttermilk: whole milk can be used

Instructions

1. Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter, oil, or cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, add the pancake mix, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice. Stir gently until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and the slightly beaten eggs. Add the melted butter and the milk. Whisk ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
4. Add the pumpkin mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t over mix the pancake batter! Also, a few small lumps are okay.
5. Use a 1/4 measuring cup to make each pancake. Pour measured batter onto the preheated pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the bubbles on the top start popping and the edges start to look set.
6. Carefully flip and finish cooking for another 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Depending on the size of your skillet or griddle, you may need to cook your pancakes in batches.
7. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, butter, whipped cream, fruit, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Pro Tips

For extra fluffy pumpkin pancakes: Let the batter sit for a few minutes before cooking to allow the pancake mix to absorb some of the liquids.

Room temperature: Allow the butter, eggs, and milk to stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes prior to making the pancakes. This step helps the ingredients to combine easier and smoother.

Don't overcrowd: When cooking the pumpkin pancakes, give them plenty of room to expand and fluff. This will help them cook evenly.

Cooking Time: The thicker and larger the pancake, the longer it will take to cook. Just keep an eye on the surface of the pancake, once the bubbles start popping, it's time to flip and complete pancake cooking.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

16

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 112Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 206mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 1gSugar: 6gProtein: 3g

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