Welcome to yumy24. Welcome to Pancake and Waffle, where we publish yummy pancake and waffle recipes! Well, have not fear my dear, because in today’s special fall edition of Messages from Mar, we are tackling the quintessential fall breakfast: Pumpkin Pancakes. So if you are craving a some sort of taste of Autumn in your breakfast, these tasty pumpkin pancakes should be added to your collection.
Why Pumpkin Pancakes?
Pumpkins are popping up on every doorstep and the craving for seasonal comfort foods is out in full force — bring on the hearty soups, pies, and other soul-warming dishes! These pumpkin pancakes are my answer to that, you get the comforting flavor of all things pumpkin and spice in a light and airy pancake. These pancakes are delicious, but they also quick to make and nutritious thanks to the pumpkin puree.
Whether you are hosting a weekend brunch or breakfast to share with your family, or just sitting in the quiet enjoyment of an autumn morning, these pumpkin pancakes put a spin on the traditional pancake recipe making them delicious. They can be dressed up however you please, with some interpretation of maple syrup-drenched in whipped cream or lightened up with a little toasted pecans for texture.
Pumpkin Pancakes Ingredients:
A perfect pumpkin pancakes recipe is all about balance. Here is a breakdown of what you will be needing:
Flour: Regular unbleached all-purpose flour can be used in this recipe, however you could also substitute half or up to all of the amount with whole wheat with decent results. You can finely grind your own soft white wheat on high for 60 seconds without needing sifting and measure out what is needed for this recipe (so if you replace the full amount it would take about 2 cups or slightly more), same goes for spelled flours like kamut; makes a great flavor here! Or use a good quality gluten-free blend too.
Canned Pumpkin or Pumpkin Puree: While canned pumpkin is perfectly lovely, fresh homemade pumpkin pureé will yield even better results.
Eggs: You need eggs for this recipe, as they help hold the batter together and give the pancakes a fluffy structure.
Milk of your choice: It could be dairy or plant based milk, your call.
Baking Powder — this gets your pancakes puffed up and fluffy.
Pumpkin Pie Spice: This combination houses a generous portion of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger as well as some cloves for the perfect fall flavor finished pancakes.
Brown Sugar: Greater depth of flavor and adds a mild sweetness to enhance the pumpkin and spices.
Butter — Melted butter delivers richness to the batter but you can use coconut oil instead if you prefer (this substitution would make your pancakes dairy-free).
Vanilla extract: offers depth and a hint of sweetness to the flavour profile.
Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
Let’s get started! Pumpkin Pancakes Print Recipe_prep time: 10 minutes_cook time: 20 minutes_total time: 30 minutes_author: Kimberly Insert food image. interstitial_link_display March 29, 2019, NO COMMENTS Description Add a pinch of cinnamon while making these pumpkin pancakes and enjoy the aroma throughout your house — relaxing for sure!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 1/4c milk admin Dairy or Alt-Milk
2 large eggs
2 tbsp melted butter/coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
Combine the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and salt.
Wet ingredients: Whisk together pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Mix until the ingredientsare smooth.
Stir: Very slow mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, it should be slightly lumpy.
Fry the pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or frying pan to medium heat. Brush with a little butter or oil. Pour 1/4 c batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Once bubbles start to form on the surface of pancake and the edges look ready, it’s time to flip it over. Flip after 2-3 minutes or until done. Turn over and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.
Serve and savour: Scoop out your delicious pumpkin pancakes, top with favorite topping such as maple syrup, cream or even chopped nuts; dig in! Enjoy!
Suggestions for the Best Pumpkin Pancakes
Pumpkin pancakes are simple but they can be a bit tricky to make just right.
Do not overmix: This will result in dense pancakes. Stir until the dry ingredients are just moistened.
Heat the griddle: The griddle or skillet should be hot before you add the pancakes to cook. This ensures even cooking.
Add toppings: Make your own choice. In fact, feel free to top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a sprinkle of granola or caramel sauce for a super indulgent treat.
How to Lighten: Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour for a more toothsome pancake. You could also cut back the sugar or replace it with maple syrup or honey.
Can I make pumpkin pancakes in advance and freeze? Serve in a single layer for small batches, and then freeze the rest. You can then place them into a bag safe for the freezer. Just pop in the toaster or microwave for some ridiculously quick and easy breakfast action!
Health Benefits of Pumpkin
Of course, one of the things that makes pumpkin pancakes so amazing is that they offer up a ton of health benefits along with tasting delicious. The pumpkin contains quantities of vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, C and potassium. Needless to say, it is both a low-calorie and fiber-rich breakfast pancake. The extra fiber keeps you fuller, and longer and the vitamins fuel your immune system and keep everything functioning as it should.
Adding pumpkin to your breakfastnot only lets you pull in all those wonderful fall flavors but it’s also a great way to get your body some extra nutrition. Even better, it is a good recipe in order to get extra vegetables into your diet too!
Final Thoughts
Pumpkin pancakes in the finest fall breakfast fashion…. easy, cozy, and CREAMY with seasonal flavors. I promise, you guys will be obsessed with this recipe, whether you are enjoying these as a nice weekend treat or making an entire batch (then freezing) for those busy Monday mornings.
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