Pumpkin Or Squash Pancakes Recipe

Start your Thanksgiving morning with a delicious twist on classic pancakes! These moist and subtly spiced pancakes are made with your choice of pumpkin, butternut squash, acorn squash, or sweet potato puree. The recipe is easily customizable to your favorite squash, offering a warm and comforting breakfast treat. Elevate your pancakes with our complementary Amaretto Pecan Syrup (#70565) or Pecan Honey Butter (#69286) for an unforgettable Thanksgiving experience. Perfect for a cozy morning or a festive brunch!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 407.2 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Or Squash Pancakes

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How to Make Pumpkin Or Squash Pancakes

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
  2. Set aside the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
  4. Add 1 1/2 cups pumpkin or squash puree, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (or molasses), 1 cup buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the beaten eggs.
  5. Whisk until the wet ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  6. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes (longer is better!).
  8. Gently stir in 1/2 cup dried cranberries and 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or your favorite nuts). If the batter is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons more buttermilk until it reaches a pourable consistency.
  9. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
  10. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake.
  11. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip when bubbles start to appear on the surface and the edges look set.
  12. Serve immediately, garnished with cinnamon, powdered sugar, and your favorite pancake syrup (maple syrup is a classic choice!). Makes approximately 12-16 pancakes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

116g

Fat

12g

Carbs

19g