It’s that time of year for pumpkin everything! These easy, flavorful pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix are perfectly fluffy and absolutely delicious. They have all the qualities of fully homemade pancakes with a major shortcut, pancake mix.

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Why you’ll love them

These delicious pumpkin pancakes are the perfect easy breakfast recipe to get you excited for fall flavor.

They’re just as good as 100% homemade pumpkin pancakes but they’re made with boxed pancake mix, so it’s so much easier.

I use my favorite pancake mix for some extra protein, but you can use any that you have on hand, too. Two pancakes has 16 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber, making them a great healthy and delicious breakfast recipe. (And if you like a protein boosted pancake, try my pancakes with oatmeal and cottage cheese next!).

These fluffy pumpkin pancakes only need seven simple ingredients and are sure to be a hit if you love all things pumpkin like I do!

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.

As soon as this time of year hits- I’m ready for pumpkin recipes alllllll fall season long and these are the perfect pumpkin pancakes to kick things off. Let’s get into how to make them!

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.

1. Pancake mix: You can use box 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.
2. Pumpkin puree: You’ll need canned pumpkin puree for that classic pumpkin flavor- just make sure it’s not pumpkin pie filling.
3. Milk: Use any milk that you like- I recommend whole milk or reduced fat for best flavor. If you love buttermilk pancakes you can also use buttermilk. You can also use dairy-free if you prefer.
4. Pure maple syrup: Maple syrup adds the perfect amount of fall flavored sweetness. You could also use brown sugar.
5. Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract adds some delicious vanilla flavor. This one is my favorite.
6. Pumpkin spice + cinnamon: You need pumpkin spice, of course! I also like to add some extra cinnamon flavor.

How to make pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix

1. 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. Combine until smooth.

2. Heat a griddle or large skillet on low-medium heat, lightly coat with oil or oil spray, or melt about 1 tsp of butter.
3. Pour 1/2 cup of pancake 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.

4. Serve with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, a little butter, chopped walnuts or pecans, or even whipped cream! Makes about 8 fluffy pancakes.

How to store

Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave, toaster oven or on the stovetop.

Variations

• Add chocolate chips, mini chocolate chips or even white chocolate chips!
• Add chopped walnuts or pecans for a pumpkin nut pancake.
• Drizzle with honey instead of maple syrup.
• Drizzle with your favorite nut butter like peanut butter or almond butter.
• Use these easy pumpkin pancakes for pancake tacos!

If you make these easy pumpkin spice pancakes and love them, I would love if you left a review and 5-star recipe below! Enjoy!

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