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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pancakes

These pumpkin pancakes are made by mixing mashed pumpkin with eggs, gluten-free flour, and warm spices, then cooking the batter on a griddle until golden and crispy at the edges. The final pancakes have a moist, tender interior with a slightly crisp exterior and a vibrant orange color, perfect for a cozy fall breakfast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree unsweetened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup almond milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Griddle or Large Non-Stick Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined. This creates a spiced dry base for the batter.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until they’re slightly frothy. Add the pumpkin puree, honey or maple syrup, and almond milk, then whisk until smooth and well integrated.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold everything together until just combined. The batter should be slightly thick but pourable; if it’s too stiff, add a splash more almond milk.
  4. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat, then lightly grease with butter or oil. Wait until it’s hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles upon contact.
  5. Use a ladle or measuring cup to pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes, then flip carefully with a spatula.
  6. Cook the second side for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. The pancakes should feel firm but tender when gently pressed.
  7. Transfer the finished pancakes to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat if necessary to prevent burning.
  8. Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings—such as whipped cream, additional pumpkin, or a drizzle of maple syrup—and enjoy their moist, tender interior with crispy edges.