TITLE: Pumpkin Spice Pancakes Recipe: Cradling Fall in Every Fluffy Bite
OUTRO: These pancakes aren’t just breakfast—they’re a little ritual that makes chilly mornings feel softer. The warm cinnamon and nutmeg aroma swirling through your kitchen is a reminder that comfort can be simple but deeply satisfying. They’re the kind of start that makes you pause, breathe in, and realize how good something homemade can taste.
Making these pancakes isn’t about perfection; it’s about embracing the chaos of batter splatters and imperfect shapes. Sometimes, the best bites come from a slightly uneven flip or a dash more spice. They’re your morning hug, a cozy nod to fall’s fleeting beauty, no matter what kind of day you’re facing.
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and brown sugar until well combined. This creates a fragrant, spiced dry mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth and slightly frothy. This forms a creamy, flavorful wet mixture.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay, and this keeps the pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat until hot. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. The batter will smell warmly spiced as it cooks.
- Carefully flip the pancakes with a spatula once the bottom is golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes. Cook the other side until similarly golden and the pancakes are fluffy inside.
- Remove the cooked pancakes from the skillet and keep warm while you repeat with the remaining batter. Adjust heat as necessary to prevent burning.
- Serve the pumpkin spice pancakes hot, topped with syrup, whipped cream, or additional spices if desired. Enjoy the cozy, fragrant bite that captures fall in every fluffy piece.
Notes
Hi, I’m Emily Carter, the founder of Absolute Chaos Mode. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, I grew up in a household where dinner was equal parts delicious and unpredictable
