Gingerbread Pumpkin Muffin Pancakes (Printable)

Moist, spiced pancakes blend gingerbread and pumpkin for an inviting autumn brunch treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
09 - 1/3 cup brown sugar

→ Wet Ingredients

10 - 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1 cup whole milk
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tablespoons molasses
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For Cooking

16 - Butter or oil, for greasing the pan

# Method:

01 - Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree, eggs, whole milk, melted butter, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing; batter should remain slightly lumpy.
04 - Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
05 - Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and edges begin to set, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
06 - Flip pancakes and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Continue with the remaining batter, adding more butter or oil as needed. Serve while warm with preferred toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Warm gingerbread spices enhance classic pancakes
  • Moist and tender thanks to pumpkin puree
02 -
  • This recipe contains wheat (gluten), eggs, and dairy
  • For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and coconut oil
03 -
  • Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra texture and flavor
  • Pairs perfectly with chai or spiced latte for a cozy meal
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