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Gilmore Girls Pumpkin Pancakes | Cinnamon Butter

Gilmore Girls Pumpkin Pancakes with Irresistible Cinnamon Butter

Indulge in fluffy Gilmore Girls Pumpkin Pancakes with luscious cinnamon butter, perfect for autumn mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder do not substitute or omit
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda essential for proper rise
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar can be replaced with sugar alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon freshly ground for best aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice or use homemade blend
  • 1 large Egg or use flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Milk or non-dairy milk for lactose-free
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée or butternut squash purée
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste or vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl Filling
  • 4 tablespoons Butter softened, for filling
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar for filling
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon for filling
For the Cinnamon Butter
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon heart of the topping
  • 1 tablespoon Honey optional for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Piping bag
  • Non-stick Griddle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, ground cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly combined. Create a well in the center and add beaten egg, milk, pumpkin purée, vegetable oil, and vanilla bean paste. Mix gently until just combined to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine softened butter with granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, blending until smooth and creamy. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the prepared pancake batter to create a light, swirly filling. Spoon the mixture into a piping bag.
  3. Preheat a non-stick pancake pan or griddle over medium heat until hot, lightly greasing it with oil. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the pan for each pancake, then quickly pipe the cinnamon filling in a swirl pattern on top. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles start to form, then add a teaspoon of water to the pan and cover for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, beat together softened butter, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, honey, vanilla extract, and salt until light and airy. This cinnamon butter will serve as a topping for your pancakes.
  5. Once the pancakes are golden brown and fluffy, remove them from the pan and stack onto plates. Generously pipe the cinnamon butter on top of the pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and use fresh spices for maximum flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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