Pumpkin Pie Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Pumpkin Pie Chocolate Chip Pancakes bring the cozy flavors of fall straight to your breakfast table. Fluffy, spiced, and dotted with melty chocolate chips, these pancakes taste like a slice of pumpkin pie layered into a morning stack. With warm spices, creamy pumpkin purée, and just the right touch of sweetness, they’re a seasonal favorite worth making again and again.

Not only are they quick and easy to prepare, but they also make the perfect weekend breakfast or holiday brunch centerpiece. Every bite combines the comforting essence of pumpkin pie with the indulgence of gooey chocolate, creating a balance of flavors that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.

Pumpkin has been a staple in American baking since colonial times, often used in pies, cakes, and custards. Adding it into pancake batter is a modern twist that keeps the tradition alive while giving you something new to love.

So, grab your skillet and flip up a batch of Pumpkin Pie Chocolate Chip Pancakes to enjoy a warm, cozy start to your day.

Recipe Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup pumpkin purée
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
¼ tsp salt
1 large egg
1 tbsp melted butter
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup mini chocolate chips
Butter or oil for cooking

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix dry ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until combined.

2. Blend wet ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, pumpkin purée, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

3. Combine batter:
Pour wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine. Fold in mini chocolate chips.

4. Cook pancakes:
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top and edges look set, about 2–3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.

5. Serve and enjoy:
Stack pancakes warm, top with butter, a drizzle of maple syrup, and extra chocolate chips if desired.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

• Don’t Overmix the Batter: Stirring too much can make pancakes dense instead of fluffy. Stop mixing once the flour streaks disappear.
• Control the Heat: Medium heat ensures pancakes cook through without burning the outside. Adjust if they brown too quickly.
• Customize the Sweetness: For extra indulgence, drizzle with warm chocolate sauce or sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the pancakes.