{"id":1050,"date":"2025-08-01T00:04:04","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T00:04:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=1050"},"modified":"2025-08-01T00:04:04","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T00:04:04","slug":"fluffy-pumpkin-pancakes-with-cinnamon-maple-butter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/?p=1050","title":{"rendered":"Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon Maple Butter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When fall comes knocking and cozy mornings call, there\u2019s nothing better than a plate of warm, spiced pumpkin pancakes stacked high and dripping with syrup. These aren\u2019t your average pancakes\u2014each bite is infused with rich pumpkin puree, a hint of cinnamon, and a buttery softness that melts in your mouth. Whether you&#8217;re whipping these up for a weekend brunch or a weekday comfort breakfast, these pumpkin pancakes are <em>fall in a bite<\/em>. Let\u2019s make magic happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love These Pumpkin Pancakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These pancakes are: Incredibly fluffy and moist thanks to the pumpkin puree. Lightly sweet with just the right amount of spice. Made with pantry staples\u2014no fancy ingredients required. Perfect for meal prepping or lazy Sundays. Even better with cinnamon maple butter or whipped cream. And best of all? You can double the batch and freeze extras. Fall flavors anytime you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry Ingredients:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1\u00bd cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp light brown sugar, 1\u00bd tsp baking powder, \u00bd tsp baking soda, \u00bc tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, \u00bd tsp ground nutmeg, \u00bc tsp ground ginger, \u215b tsp ground cloves (optional)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wet Ingredients:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>1 cup buttermilk, \u00be cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling), 1 large egg, 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp vanilla extract<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. 2. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth. 3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined\u2014don\u2019t overmix. A few lumps are okay. Let the batter rest for 5\u201310 minutes while your griddle heats up. 4. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil. 5. Pour \u00bc cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set\u2014about 2\u20133 minutes. Flip and cook another 1\u20132 minutes until golden and cooked through. 6. Stack &#8217;em up and serve immediately with maple syrup, cinnamon butter, whipped cream, or candied pecans.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cinnamon Maple Butter (Optional, but Highly Recommended)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong> \u00bd cup unsalted butter, softened, 2 tbsp maple syrup, \u00bd tsp cinnamon, Pinch of salt<br><strong>Instructions:<\/strong> Beat everything together until creamy. Store in the fridge and spread generously on warm pancakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for the Perfect Pumpkin Pancakes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t skip the buttermilk: It adds tang and helps create those fluffy pockets. Rest the batter: Gives time for the flour to absorb moisture and makes fluffier pancakes. Control the heat: Medium heat is key. Too hot and they\u2019ll burn before cooking through. Make it gluten-free: Substitute with your favorite 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage and Reheating<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezer: Layer with parchment and freeze in zip bags for up to 2 months. Reheat: Pop in the toaster, air fryer, or microwave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pumpkin pancakes are more than a seasonal treat\u2014they\u2019re a year-round hug on a plate. Whether you top them with syrup, spiced butter, or just a dusting of powdered sugar, they deliver comfort in every forkful. Try this recipe once, and it\u2019ll become a fall tradition in your kitchen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Stick around\u2014every visit tastes better than the last at The Buttered Bliss.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2025-07_59_35-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1047\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2025-07_59_35-PM.png 1024w, https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2025-07_59_35-PM-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2025-07_59_35-PM-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/thebutteredbliss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-31-2025-07_59_35-PM-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When fall comes knocking and cozy mornings call, there\u2019s nothing better than a plate of warm, spiced pumpkin pancakes stacked high and dripping with syrup. 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