Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix (Easy Recipe)

Name: Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 cups pancake mix ((any brand works)); 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice; 1 ½ cups milk ((any milk works)); ¾ cup pumpkin puree ((not pumpkin pie filling)); 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil

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Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix is an easy and delicious recipe for the most delicious pumpkin pancakes ever! This quick recipe is sure to be your new favorite fall breakfast dish.

Pumpkin Pancakes with pancake mix on a white plate with maple syrup pouring on top.

If you love fluffy pumpkin pancakes, you have to give this easy pumpkin pancakes recipe a try! Made with your favorite pancake mix, this simple recipe is a great way to get delicious pancakes on the table fast.

If you love using pancake mix for baking, don’t miss this Pancake Mix Banana Bread recipe or these Pancake Mix Muffins. Or, use mix to make these Lemon Ricotta Pancakes from Pancake Mix. For another delicious pumpkin treat, try these crunchy Pumpkin Biscotti.

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You’ll Love this Pumpkin Pancake Recipe!

Delicious and fluffy pancakes are just minutes away with this easy recipe. Made with just a few ingredients, this is one tasty breakfast treat you don’t want to miss.

When the leaves start to change, it’s the time of year to break out the canned pumpkin. Celebrate the season with a treat and make Pumpkin Spice Pancakes.

You’re going to love how easy this recipe is using your favorite store-bought or homemade pancake. Add in a few simple ingredients and you have pancakes the whole family will love ready in just minutes.

I like to make these homemade pancakes whenever I’m craving that irresistible fall flavor of pumpkin spice. Topped with warm maple syrup, and you’ll be making these all season long.

So, if you love pumpkin, be sure to try these pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix to make the best pumpkin pancakes ever!

Ingredients

Pancake Mix: you can use whatever pancake mix you on hand; store-bought brands with whole wheat flour or complete pancake mix both work. You can also make your own homemade pancake mix recipe and have it on hand for all sorts of baking needs.
Pumpkin Puree: canned pumpkin can be found year round at the grocery store or you can make your own pumpkin puree. Make sure you are using pure canned pumpkin and not pumpkin pie filling. This is also a great recipe for using up leftover pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Spice: you can find pumpkin pie spice at most grocery stores year round. If you don’t have it on hand, a combination of cinnamon and nutmeg is a good substitution.
Milk: here, you can use whatever milk you have on hand. Feel free to use whole milk, almond milk, or whatever percentage you have.
Oil: you will need a neutral-flavored oil such as vegetable oil or canola oil.
Variations: change up the flavor of the pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix by adding in chocolate chips, vanilla extract, or sweeten up with a bit of brown sugar.

How to Make Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix

If you are looking for an easy way to make delicious pumpkin pancakes you have to try this recipe. Start by heading up a large skillet over medium heat to medium-high heat.

Process shots showing how to make recipe including cooking it on a nonstick skillet and serving with a drizzle of maple syrup.

Step 1: mix dry ingredients

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In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry pancake mix and pumpkin spice; set aside.

Step 2: combine wet ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, and oil until well combined. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until just combined; there may be some small lumps in the batter.

Step 3: cook the pancakes

In a large preheated nonstick skillet or griddle, melt on a little butter or you can use non-stick cooking spray. Scoop ¼ cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet.

Cook the pancakes until bubbles start to form on top and the edges start to brown slightly; about 2 minutes. Use a spatula to flip the pancakes and cook the other side for about a minute longer.

Step 4: serve with real maple syrup

Place the pancakes on a plate and top with butter and warm maple syrup. These pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix are sure to be one of your new favorite recipes!

Recipe Tips

Pancake mix: you can use your favorite pancake mix for this recipe such as Bisquick pancake mix or even a whole grain pancake mix like Kodiak. You can also make your own homemade pancake mix for easy pancakes any time.
Double batch: if you are cooking for a crowd, make a double batch of pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix or make extra for later. Keep them warm by placing them on a baking sheet in a warm oven.
Leftovers: leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, just microwave until warm or you can warm them in the toaster oven.

Pumpkin Pancakes with Pancake Mix stacked on a white plate with a striped napkin in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use pancake mix to make pumpkin pancakes?

Yes, you can make pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix by adding pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, oil, and milk to your favorite dry pancake mix.

How do you make fluffier pancakes?

The trick to getting the best pancakes ever is to let the batter sit for 10 minutes before cooking. This will help the thick batter reach the perfect consistency for fluffy pancakes.

Pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix on a white plate with a striped napkin in the background.

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