Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon

Pumpkin pancakes are one of my favorite breakfasts to make once Fall arrives.

They’re soft and fluffy, with pumpkin, cinnamon, and warm spices in every bite.

Serve them with maple syrup, lemon slices, butter, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy weekend breakfast.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (120 g) pumpkin purée (not pie filling)
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Zest of 1 small lemon
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Toppings

• Maple syrup
• Butter/yogurt/whipped cream

Prep and Cook Time

• Servings: 3 (about 6–8 small pancakes)
• Prep: 10 min
• Cook: 15–20 min
• Total: 25–30 min

How to Make Pumpkin Pancakes

1. Mix dry ingredients

In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

2. Mix wet ingredients

In another bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

3. Combine

Pour wet into dry and stir gently until just mixed (small lumps are fine).

4. Rest (optional)

Let batter sit 5 minutes.

5. Cook

Heat a skillet over medium heat; lightly butter/oil it.

Scoop about 2–3 tbsp batter per pancake.

Cook for 2–3 min, until bubbles form and the edges look set.

Flip and cook 1–2 min more.

6. Serve

Top with maple syrup and a little extra lemon zest if you like.

Alternatively, serve with butter, yogurt, or whipped cream.

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Pumpkin Pancake Toppings Suggestions:

• Maple syrup and butter for the classic option.
• Whipped cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
• Chopped pecans or walnuts for a little crunch.
• Caramel sauce for a sweeter fall-style breakfast.
• Sliced bananas with maple syrup or chopped nuts.
• Apple compote or warm cinnamon apples for a cozy fall topping.
• Greek yogurt with a drizzle of maple syrup for something lighter.
• Cream cheese glaze for a richer topping.
• Powdered sugar for a simple finish.
• Chocolate chips or a little melted chocolate if you want them more dessert-like.