Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter

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Fluffy pumpkin pancakes spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, served with rich maple butter for a festive fall breakfast treat. This American-inspired Halloween recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, beat 1 cup pumpkin puree, 3/4 cup milk, 1 large egg, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; batter should be slightly lumpy but without dry flour patches.
  4. Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for 3-4 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and edges look set.
  5. Step 5: Flip pancakes and cook an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a warm plate and keep warm.
  6. Step 6: To make maple butter, mix 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter with 1/4 cup maple syrup and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Serve pancakes stacked, topped with a dollop of cinnamon maple butter and extra maple syrup if desired.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cinnamon-Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter?

American halloween like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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