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Best Easy Jack-o-Lantern Pumpkin Pancakes for Kids

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These cute jack-o-lantern pumpkin pancakes are quick, easy, and perfect for Halloween parties or a fun family breakfast. Made with simple ingredients, they’re fluffy, delicious, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate chips (mini or regular)
  • Chocolate syrup (in a squeeze bottle)
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine the mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. A few lumps are fine; do not overmix.
  4. Heat your pan: Place a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of butter and swirl to coat.
  5. Cook the pancakes: Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto the hot skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Keep them warm: Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with a clean kitchen towel.
  7. Create the faces: Let pancakes cool for about 1 minute. Using a squeeze bottle of chocolate syrup, draw two triangles for eyes and a crooked smile on each pancake. Add a dollop of whipped cream for the stem and a chocolate chip on top. Optionally, press chocolate chips into the pancake for a 3D effect.
  8. Serve immediately: Arrange pancakes on a plate with faces facing up.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter for fluffy pancakes. Let pancakes cool slightly before decorating to prevent chocolate from melting. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use melted coconut oil and plant-based milk. Pancakes can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator; add faces just before serving. Freeze undecorated pancakes for up to 2 months.

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