The Ultimate Fluffy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

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The Ultimate Fluffy Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

Welcome the cozy flavors of autumn to your breakfast table with this recipe for the ultimate fluffy pumpkin spice pancakes. Perfectly spiced, incredibly tender, and topped with a melting pat of butter and a drizzle of warm syrup, this stack is everything a fall morning breakfast should be.

These pancakes are designed to be thick and satisfying, leveraging real pumpkin puree and a special blend of warming spices to create a rich, comforting flavor. They cook up to a beautiful golden-orange color with those signature airy pockets that soak up all the good toppings.

Whether you’re making them for a slow weekend brunch or a special weekday treat, this easy step-by-step recipe ensures a perfect stack every time. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

This recipe uses classic pantry staples along with the star of the show—pumpkin.

For the Dry Mix:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar, packed

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (ensure it’s fresh for maximum fluffiness)

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

For the Wet Mix:

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • ¾ cup pumpkin puree (ensure it is 100% pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling)

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Cooking and Serving:

  • Unsalted butter or vegetable oil for the pan

  • Maple syrup (warmed is best!)

  • Extra butter for topping (optional, but highly recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps carefully to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

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