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Fluffy Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Pancakes with Easy Maple Cinnamon Butter Recipe

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These fluffy pumpkin pancakes use sourdough discard for a tender, spiced batter, topped with a silky maple cinnamon butter for a cozy autumn breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (120g) sourdough discard
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (120g) pumpkin puree (canned or fresh roasted)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) milk (whole, almond, or oat milk)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Maple Cinnamon Butter:
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the sourdough discard, pumpkin puree, egg, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined; batter may be slightly lumpy.
  4. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly brush with butter or oil.
  5. Pour about ¼ cup (60ml) of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes until bubbles form and edges set.
  6. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed.
  7. While pancakes cook, mix softened butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl until creamy.
  8. Serve pancakes warm, generously topped with maple cinnamon butter.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Let batter rest 5-10 minutes before cooking for better lift. Use medium heat to avoid burning. Maple cinnamon butter can be made ahead and refrigerated. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. Vegan adaptations include flax egg, plant milk, coconut oil, and maple syrup for butter.

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