Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle

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Fluffy pancakes infused with warm pumpkin spice and topped with a sweet maple butter glaze, ideal for a festive breakfast. This american-inspired halloween (vegetarian) 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

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, 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, combine 3/4 cup pumpkin puree, 1 cup milk, 1 large egg, and 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; lumps are okay.
  4. Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set.
  5. Step 5: Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
  6. Step 6: For the maple butter glaze, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in 3 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp brown sugar, cooking until sugar dissolves and glaze thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle the warm glaze over the stack of pancakes and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle 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 Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle?

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 Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle?

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 Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle 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.

Is Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Maple Butter Drizzle vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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