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First Watch Pumpkin Pancake Recipe
Delilah Cooks

First Watch Pumpkin Pancake Recipe

First Watch Pumpkin Pancake Recipe is a warm, soft, and fluffy breakfast dish that tastes like fall in every bite. The First Watch Pumpkin Pancake Recipe brings sweet pumpkin flavor, light spices, and cozy comfort to your table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: / Brunch, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Butter or oil for cooking
  • Maple syrup for serving

Method
 

Cooking Instructions for First Watch Pumpkin Pancake Recipe
    Mix Dry Ingredients
    1. Take a large bowl and add flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well using a whisk. This helps spices spread evenly.
    Prepare Wet Mixture
    1. In another bowl, add milk, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Make sure no lumps remain in the mixture.
    Combine Both Mixtures
    1. Slowly pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir gently using a spoon. Do not overmix. A few small lumps are fine for soft pancakes.
    Heat the Pan
    1. Place a non-stick pan or griddle on medium heat. Add a little butter or oil. Let it heat for one minute before cooking batter.
    Pour the Batter
    1. Use a ladle to pour batter onto the pan. Make round pancake shapes. Keep space between each pancake for easy flipping.
    Cook First Side
    1. Cook pancakes for two to three minutes. You will see bubbles forming on top. This means it is time to flip them.
    Flip and Cook Again
    1. Flip pancakes carefully using a spatula. Cook the other side for two more minutes. Make sure both sides turn golden brown.
    Repeat Process
    1. Repeat the same steps for remaining batter. Add more butter or oil if needed. Keep pancakes warm on a plate.
    Serve Hot
    1. Stack pancakes on a plate. Add butter, maple syrup, or whipped cream. Serve immediately while they are soft and warm.

    Notes

    • Do not overmix the batter
    • Use fresh pumpkin puree for better taste
    • Keep heat medium, not high
    • Let batter rest for 5 minutes
    • Use non-stick pan for easy flipping
    • Add extra cinnamon for stronger flavor
    • Serve immediately for best softness
    • Use real maple syrup for rich taste