Pumpkin Pancakes

Pumpkin pancakes are an excellent choice for an autumnal or winter breakfast, incorporating the flavors of the season. Here is an Italian-style recipe for pumpkin pancakes:

Ingredients

• 250 grams of pumpkin puree
• 200 grams of all-purpose flour
• 50 grams of granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 150 ml of milk (or a vegetable substitute if you prefer)
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of grated nutmeg
• 1 pinch of salt
• Butter or oil for cooking

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk and pumpkin puree. Mix until you get a smooth mixture.
3. Pour the liquid ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula until everything is just combined, but try not to overmix the batter to keep the pancakes fluffy.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and grease with a little butter or oil.
5. Pour a ladle of batter for each pancake into the hot pan. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake, then flip it and cook until the other side is golden brown.
6. Serve the pancakes hot with maple syrup, honey, fresh fruit, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Curiosity

Pumpkin is a very versatile ingredient in the kitchen, and in pancakes, it helps to give a particularly soft and moist texture, in addition to a sweet and slightly spiced flavor. In Italy, pancakes are not commonly found at breakfast, but this pumpkin variant can be a delicious compromise between American tradition and Italian flavors.

Remember to adapt the recipe according to your personal tastes or dietary needs; for example, use lactose-free milk or alternative flours to make the recipe gluten-free. Enjoy your meal!