Estate Comforts
Pumpkin Pie Pancakes with Sugared Pecans
The Strategy:
A masterful autumn indulgence that turns a humble pancake into a rich, spiced centerpiece. Coating crunchy pecans in a bubbling syrup of brown sugar and butter elevates the textural profile immensely, ensuring a perfect crunch against the soft, warm crumb of the pumpkin-spiced cakes.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 4 ounces pecans, chopped, about 3⁄4 cup
- 1⁄8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups “My Way” pancake mix
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 3⁄4 cups whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted, plus 1 tablespoon more for the grill
- maple syrup
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice. When the mixture is melted and bubbly, stir in the pecans. Season with a bit of salt to cut the sweetness. Cook until the nuts are coated with sauce and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- Whisk together the pancake mix ingredients and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl.
- Whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until the batter is just smooth. A couple of lumps are nothing to worry about.
- Heat a griddle over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and melt a tablespoon of butter on the grill. Use a paper towel to wipe off the excess so there is a sheer coating of butter.
- Ladle about 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 cup batter on the grill. Cook until bubbles form on the top of the cake, and the bottom is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side, about 3 minutes more.
- Serve the pancakes with a spoonful of sugared pecans and a drizzle of warm maple syrup.
Thing to Note:
You can buy your pumpkin pie spice in the grocery store or make your own. Mix 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ground ginger, 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground allspice, and 1 teaspoon ground cloves. Store in a small, airtight jar for up to several months.
Make It "My Way":
These pumpkin pie pancakes will taste even better with a dollop of whipped cream!
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The Heart of the Table
This dish is the culinary equivalent of putting on your favorite oversized, luxurious cashmere sweater. It’s warm, it’s comforting, and it feels like an absolute treat. Serving these pancakes during the autumn holidays brings an immediate sense of warmth and celebration to the breakfast table, setting the perfect tone for a relaxed day ahead.
Neighborly Grace
- THE PRESENTATION: Do not skimp on the sugared pecans. Serve an extra bowl of the candied nuts alongside the syrup at the table—they are incredibly addictive and guests will certainly ask for more.
- THE POUR: A robust, deeply roasted coffee or a warm, frothy chai tea latte.
- THE VIBE: Autumnal, wealthy in flavor, and immensely satisfying. A perfect centerpiece for a crisp Thanksgiving weekend brunch.
