Pumpkin spice is a definite tell-tell sign that autumn has arrived. Firstly, it smells aromatic. Secondly, the taste is divine. When the two senses are combined it gives you a warm feeling of comfort. Now, what’s better than waking up to the smell of freshly cooked pumpkin spice pancakes?! Maybe pumpkin spice coffee. But, let’s focus on the pancakes for now.
What Are Pumpkin Spice Pancakes?
Pumpkin spice pancakes are pancakes infused with several spices combined to create a cinnamon-ish gingerbread smell. Fun Fact: Did you know that pumpkin spice actually has no pumpkin in it whatsoever? The spices include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger and sometimes allspice.
The earliest-known ‘pumpkin spice’ dates back to1675, from a British recipe. Then it was known as ‘pumpion pye.’ This original spice blend of pumpion pye included: pepper, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon. The combination of the British pumpion pye and America’s prominent crop (the pumpkin) led to the American staple we know as ‘pumpkin pie spice.’
| Prep Time 15 minutes | Yields 4 servings |
| Cook Time 15 minutes | Total Time 30 minutes |
Ingredients
2 cups Self-Rising flour
1/4 cup Dark brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
2 Large eggs
2 cups Buttermilk
1 tsp Vanilla extract
Butter
In a separate bowl
3 tbsp ground cinnamon
2tsp ginger
2 tsp nutmeg
1 1/2 tsp ground all-spice
1 1/2 ground cloves
Whisk together in bowl until combined.
After using, store in a small container for later.
Instructions
- First, get a whisk and bowl.
- Second, add all dry ingredients.
- Third, add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
- Fourth, add 1 tbsp of the pumpkin spice.
- Fifth, whish thoroughly.
- Sixth, Heat skillet or griddle.
- Seventh, grease skillet or griddle.
- Eighth, use an ice cream scooper or a 1/4 dry measuring cup to scoop the batter.
- Ninth, pour batter into skillet or griddle.
- Tenth, watch pancake. When bubbles rise and pop, it’s time to flip. Now, cook on opposite side for 1-2 minutes.
- Eleventh, cool and taste. Then, repeat steps 8-10.
- Finally, clean your work area, relax and enjoy.
