The Best Fluffy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes – Easy Homemade Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate fall breakfast with these Fluffy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes. This recipe yields thick, pillowy pancakes infused with real pumpkin purée and a warm blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
Whether you are hosting a cozy weekend brunch or looking for a kid-friendly autumn treat, these pancakes are guaranteed to be a hit. They are incredibly easy to whip up in one bowl and pair perfectly with warm maple syrup, toasted pecans, or a dollop of whipped cream.
Topping Suggestions:
Maple syrup (pure maple syrup is highly recommended!) Butter Whipped cream Chopped pecans or walnuts A sprinkle of powdered sugar A dollop of cream cheese frosting (for a more decadent treat) Chocolate chips (stir into the batter before cooking)

5 min
10 minutes
10-12 pancakes
Breakfast
United States
Dry Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients:
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. It's okay if there are a few small lumps; do not overmix, as this can lead to tough pancakes.
Rest the Batter (Optional but Recommended): For fluffier pancakes, cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows the baking powder to activate and the gluten to relax.
Heat Skillet or Griddle: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Lightly grease with a little butter or oil.
Cook Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the heated skillet.
Flip and Cook: Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles begin to form on the surface of the pancake and the edges look set. Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Keep Warm: As you finish cooking each batch, transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep them warm in a preheated oven set to a low temperature (around 200°F / 95°C) while you cook the remaining batter.
Serve: Serve warm with your favorite toppings!