Description
These Fluffy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Pancakes are a delightful fall-inspired breakfast, combining the warm spices of pumpkin pie spice with the sweetness of chocolate chips. Soft, tender, and full of autumn flavor, they are perfect for cozy mornings and can be topped with maple syrup, whipped cream, or chopped nuts for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (25g) brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree
- 1 1/4 cups (300ml) milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins and Toppings
- 3/4 cup (130g) chocolate chips
- Optional toppings: maple syrup, whipped cream, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay to keep the pancakes tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter evenly without overworking the mixture.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the ingredients to hydrate and the baking powder to activate for fluffier pancakes.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
- Cook Pancakes: For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Flip Pancakes: Flip the pancake carefully and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown on both sides.
- Repeat: Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter, adjusting heat as needed to avoid burning.
- Serve: Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, whipped cream, or chopped nuts.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure fluffy pancakes; some lumps are normal.
- Resting the batter helps activate the baking powder and creates a tender texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle for even cooking and easy flipping.
- Adjust heat as necessary to prevent pancakes from burning before fully cooking inside.
- Optional toppings like whipped cream and chopped nuts add texture and flavor elevation.
