About the Recipe
Start your day with a delicious twist on classic pancakes with these Pear-Topped Pumpkin Pancakes. Light and fluffy pumpkin-orange pancakes are paired perfectly with a warm, spiced pear compote, creating a cozy and flavorful breakfast treat. Topped with a dollop of creamy yogurt and a sprinkle of crunchy granola, this Coolfood recipe brings the perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and texture to your morning routine. It's a wholesome way to enjoy the season's best flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
For the Pear Ginger Compote:
1/2 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. water
2 tsp. butter
1 1/2 cups. sliced canned pear, drained (you can use fresh pear too!)
1/4 cup. honey
2 Tbs + 1 tsp. light brown sugar
2 Tbs. fresh ginger, minced
1/4 cup. dried cranberries
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. fresh lemon zest
a pinch of nutmeg
For the Pumpkin-Orange Pancakes:
1 1/2 cup flour
3 Tbs. granulated sugar
1 Tbs. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 3/4 cup water
6 oz. pumpkin puree
1 egg
2 1/2 Tbs. butter, melted
1 1/2 Tbs. orange marmalade
3/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
For garnish:
1/2 cup yogurt
1/4 cup granola
Preparation
For the Pear Ginger Compote:
Step 1
Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl, whisk until it's dissolved.
Step 2
In a pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add pears and sauté for 2 minutes. If using fresh pears, this step will take a little longer.
Step 3
Add in honey, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Stir and bring to a boil.
Step 4
Stir in cornstarch mixture. Cook, stirring consistently, until the mixture thickens and boils.
Step 5
Add in the dried cranberries. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 4 minutes.
Step 6
Cover and set aside to keep warm while you make your pancakes.
For the Pumpkin-Orange Pancakes:
Step 1
Preheat a flat-top griddle or large pan to medium heat.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine water, pumpkin puree, egg, melted butter, and marmalade.
Step 4
Add the flour mixture into the large bowl and whisk to combine. The batter will be slightly lumpy, try not to overmix.
Step 5
Grease your griddle/pan with butter. Pour 1/4 cup ladles of batter onto the griddle/pan.
Step 6
Cook until the top of the pancakes is covered with bubbles and the edges begin to dry, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes, until both sides are golden brown.
Step 7
Now it's time to assemble. Top your pancakes with a little yogurt, your compote, and a sprinkle of your favorite granola. Eat and enjoy!