Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes
Indulge in the Sunday morning feels of these fluffy pumpkin pancakes, bringing forth the essence of autumn with every delicious bite. These pancakes offer a gluten-free option and are free from eggs, dairy, and refined sugars for those that are inclined x
Serving: 4
Ingredients:
2 cups of flour (for a gluten-free alternative, combine 1 cup of gluten-free flour with 1 cup of rice flour)
4 tablespoons of coconut sugar (or regular sugar)
4 teaspoons of baking powder
3/4 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of ground ginger
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom
2 cups of your choice of milk
1/2 cup of pumpkin purée
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, combine the milk and apple cider vinegar. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes, (do not be concerned if it appears slightly curdled). Stir in the pumpkin purée and vanilla extract.
In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients - flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom. Gently whisk them together.
Carefully fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, ensuring a delicate integration. Exercise caution not to overmix, as the beauty of these pancakes lies in their lightness.
Allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes. As it rests, take the opportunity to tidy up your kitchen and, a minute or so before you’re ready to cook, preheat a flat frying pan over medium heat.
Lightly butter or oil the pan. Pour small amounts of the batter onto the pan, approximately 1/4 cup per pancake.
Watch as the bubbles gracefully dance upon the surface. Once these delightful indicators appear, gently flip the pancakes and continue cooking for another minute or so.
Serve these autumnal treasures with a drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, and a scattering of toasted walnuts.
These Pumpkin Pancakes are a true celebration of the season, an everyday culinary delight that brings comfort and joy to the breakfast table. Allow yourself to savour every moment as you sink, blissfully into your day.
