Description
These Easy Pumpkin Pie Spice Pancakes are a delicious and protein-packed breakfast option, featuring wholesome oats, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a sweet apple topping. Perfect for autumn mornings or anytime you crave a comforting, nutritious pancake with a seasonal twist.
Ingredients
Pancakes
- 1 cup uncooked rolled or quick oats
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup liquid egg whites
- 1/2 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder (optional)
Apple Topping
- 1 small apple, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon water (or more if preferred)
- Sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the Pancake Batter: In a blender, combine all the pancake ingredients—rolled oats, eggs, egg whites, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and protein powder if using. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Preheat and Prepare the Cooking Surface: Heat a griddle or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Lightly spray the surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Pancakes: Using a tablespoon, scoop about 2 heaping tablespoons of the batter onto the hot pan, forming medium-sized circles. Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side or until the edges are set and bubbles start to form on the surface. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Prepare the Apple Topping: While the pancakes cook, place a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced apples, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, and water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples soften and the mixture caramelizes slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Serve: Stack the cooked pancakes on plates, spoon the warm apple topping over them, and finish with a sprinkle of chopped pecans or walnuts if desired. Enjoy immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the oats are certified gluten-free.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for a richer flavor, or canned pumpkin puree for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of water in the apple topping to reach your preferred consistency.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar if desired.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute eggs and egg whites with plant-based alternatives and use vegan protein powder.
