Cheesy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
Cheesy Pumpkin Pancakes combine the creamy sweetness of pumpkin puree with shredded cheddar and green onions for a savory breakfast twist. The pancakes have a tender crumb from buttermilk and balanced leavening with baking powder and baking soda. Mildly fluffy and enriched with melted butter, these pancakes develop a light golden crust when cooked in oil. Finished with additional green onions and optional softened butter or fried egg, they offer a comforting meal with layered flavors of cheese and subtle pumpkin earthiness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 egg large, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 1 green onion thinly sliced plus more for garnish
for frying
- 3 tablespoons neutral oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, pumpkin, eggs, and butter and mix together using a fork, making sure not to over mix.
- Gently fold in the cheese and green onions.
- Place a skillet over medium heat add 1 teaspoon oil. Pour 1/3 cup of the pancake mix into the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes or until you see small bubbles forming on the top of the pancake.
- Gently flip the pancake over and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
- Once the pancake has cooked through, transfer onto a platter and repeat until all of the batter has been used.
- Top the pancakes with more green onions and serve with a side of softened salted butter and fried egg (optional).
Notes
- Freeze pancakes individually on parchment to prevent sticking and store up to 3 months.
- Reheat frozen pancakes wrapped in foil in the oven for 10-15 minutes to retain softness.
- Microwave reheating should be done in short intervals covered with a damp cloth to keep pancakes moist.
- Toaster reheating yields a crisper pancake, less soft but quick when desired.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 614
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 614kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 170mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1406mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 371mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 7509IU | 150% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 497mg | 50% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.