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These easy pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix are moist, fluffy, easy to make, and perfect for the fall season. They have all the qualities of fully homemade pancakes with a major shortcut: pancake mix!
Pumpkin Pancakes Made Easier
Pancakes are a family favorite in my house- some of our favorite pancake recipes are my Protein Pancakes Without Protein Powder, Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Pancakes, and Cottage Cheese Banana Pancakes. If you’re sensing a theme, it’s because I love a protein-boosted pancake!
And if you love all things pumpkin like me, these are a must try. Here’s why you’ll love these fluffy pumpkin pancakes too:
- Easy! These fluffy pancakes are even easier than fully homemade pumpkin pancakes (but just as good) when you use your favorite pancake mix and a few extra simple ingredients.
- Healthy. These delicious pumpkin pancakes are made with my favorite high protein pancake mix for a boost of protein and whole grains!
- High protein and fiber. Two pancakes has 16 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber!
- The perfect fall breakfast. There’s nothing like warm fall spiced pancakes on a weekend morning- these are perfect. Whether you serve them warm with a drizzle of maple syrup, my favorite pumpkin sauce, or whipped cream, your whole family is going to love these.
Ingredients
The best part about this easy pumpkin pancake recipe is how simple it is- you only need a box of pancake mix and a few extra ingredients. Scroll down to the recipe card for full instructions and ingredients.
- Pancake mix: You can use any simple pancake mix, but I use Kodiak Buttermilk Pancake Mix for extra protein! It’s made with whole wheat flour and oats and has a protein boost for a more nutrient-dense pancake. Note: different pancake mixes will yield different fiber and protein amounts.
- Pumpkin puree: You’ll need canned pumpkin puree for that classic pumpkin flavor- just make sure it’s not pumpkin pie filling.
- Milk: Use any milk that you like- I recommend whole milk or reduced fat for best flavor. You can also use dairy-free if you prefer, like almond milk.
- Pure maple syrup: Maple syrup adds the perfect amount of fall flavored sweetness. You could also use brown sugar.
- Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds some delicious vanilla flavor. This one is my favorite.
- Pumpkin spice + cinnamon: You need pumpkin spice, of course! I also like to add some ground cinnamon for extra fall flavor.
Variations
- Everything is better with chocolate. Add chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips or even white chocolate chips!
- Gluten-free. Use a gluten-free pancake mix instead.
- Vegan. Use a vegan pancake mix and your dairy-free milk of choice!
- Go nuts. Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a pumpkin nut pancake. Or drizzle with your favorite nut butter like peanut butter or almond butter.
- Sheet pan pumpkin pancakes. Pour your batter on to a baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for 10-15 minutes.
- Pancake tacos. Use these easy pumpkin pancakes for pancake tacos!
How To Make Pumpkin Pancakes With Pancake Mix
- Add ingredients. In a large bowl, mix both wet ingredients and dry ingredients together: pancake mix, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, milk and vanilla extract.
- Mix. Combine until completely smooth. If your batter is too thick, add an extra splash of milk.
- Pour. Heat a griddle or large skillet on low-medium heat and coat with oil or butter. Pour 1/2 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet and cook until the batter begins to make holes, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip. Flip pancake and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until both sides are golden brown and cooked through. Serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, a little butter, chopped walnuts or pecans, or even whipped cream!
How to store
- Fridge: Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze pancakes in a single layer (or separate with parchment paper, and then store in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 2 months.
- To reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds per pancake, toaster oven at 350 degrees for 5-6 minutes (8-10 minutes for frozen), or on the stovetop for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
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Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix
Fluffy pumpkin pancakes made with pancake mix and a few extra ingredients like pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups high protein pancake mix, I use Kodiak buttermilk pancake mix
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 1/3 cup, milk, a splash extra if needed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix pancake mix, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, milk and vanilla extract. Combine until smooth.
- Heat a griddle or large skillet on low-medium heat, lightly coat with oil or oil spray, or melt about 1 tsp of butter.
- Pour 1/2 cup of batter onto the skillet and cook until the batter begins to make holes, about 2-3 minutes. Flip pancake and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until both sides are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, butter, chopped walnuts or pecans, or even whipped cream! Makes about 8 pancakes.
Notes
Nutrition information is based on using Kodiak Buttermilk Pancake mix- if you use a different pancake mix, they will still be delicious but the nutrition information may vary!
Nutrition
Serving: 2pancakes | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 0.01mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 9535IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an estimate.
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These are so good! I did sub a half cup swerve brown sugar in place of maple syrup. Don’t judge I love sweet 🤣
Haha no judgement here! I’m glad to hear that swap works! 🙂
Oh and I made them into waffles instead of pancakes
These pancakes are delicious and filling. Perfect for the fall! I prepped to have them for breakfast at work. I was craving pancakes and this was the perfect healthy solution!
So glad you enjoyed them Laura- thank you for leaving a review 🙂