We love nutritious and convenient breakfast options in our house and these Kodiak pumpkin pancakes are the best way to fuel your day – think pumpkin spice pancakes, but with extra protein.
For more pumpkin flavor, try our bite-sized pumpkin protein balls or Kodiak cakes pumpkin muffins.
Why You’ll Love These Kodiak Pumpkin Pancakes
With this simple recipe, we hope you can jumpstart your morning or your week by learning how to make pumpkin pancakes with pancake mix for quick and easy meal prep; this is a flavorful protein-forward way to start your day.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Kodiak Pancake Mix: Packed with hearty whole grains, protein, and a touch of sweetness, Kodiak Pancake Mix the perfect foundation for fluffy, delicious pumpkin Kodiak pancakes.
- Eggs: Along with protein, eggs provide structure and bind the ingredients together.
- Pumpkin Puree: Pumpkin puree provides flavor, moisture and increases the fiber in the pancakes.
- Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract lends sweetness.
- Spices: Boost the flavor of a basic Kodiak pumpkin pancakes recipe by seasoning the batter with pumpkin pie spice and a little cinnamon.
Additions and Substitutions
Change is good! Here are some variations to consider:
- Add orange zest or extract to complement the pumpkin flavor in the pancakes.
- Sweeten the batter with golden monk fruit or Swerve.
How to Make Kodiak Pumpkin Pancakes
The full recipe with measurements is in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Add the ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Stir to combine.
Step 3: Warm a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Once the surface is warm, use a ¼ measuring cup to pour the batter onto the pan. Cook the pancake for 1-2 minutes.
Step 4: When bubbles start to form on the top, flip it, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Expert Tips
- Adjust the heat to ensure the middle of the pancake cook without burning the outside.
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Serving Suggestions
Pumpkin protein pancakes are a perfect way to start your day. You can serve them as is, or try one of these mix-ins or toppings!
- Maple Syrup, Honey, Fig Jam
- Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries
- Chocolate Chips, Cocoa Nibs
- Seed Butter, Nutella, Nut Butter
- Shaved Almonds, Coconut Flakes
- Greek Yogurt, Coconut Yogurt, Homemade Whipped Cream
What to do with the Leftovers
- Refrigerate: Store the leftover pancakes in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
- Freeze: Let the pancakes cool and transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag. Kodiak pumpkin pancakes freeze for 2-3 months.
- Thaw: Remove the pancakes from the freezer and reheat them from frozen.
- Reheat: If the pancakes are frozen, pry them apart and warm them in the microwave for a quick breakfast. You can also reheat them in the oven at 350°F (176°C) for about 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are kodiak pancakes healthy?
Yes – Kodiak Cakes Pancake Mix is a healthy part of a well balanced diet. I prefer this pancake mix over others for my family because it contains whole grains, high protein, low sugar, and simple ingredients.
Can I use real pumpkin?
If you have the extra time or prefer to use real pumpkin, you can absolutely add fresh pumpkin puree to our Kodiak pumpkin pancakes.
Combine the homemade pumpkin puree with the other ingredients in a large mixing bowl and cook the pancakes as usual.
Kodiak Pumpkin Pancakes
- 2½ cups Kodiak Pancake Mix
- 2 cups water
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Add the ingredients to a large mixing bowl and stir to combine.
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Once the surface is warm, use a ¼ measuring cup to pour the batter onto the pan. Cook the pancake for 1-2 minutes.
- When bubbles start to form on the top, flip it, and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Adjust the heat to ensure the middle of the pancake cook without burning the outside.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Lana
Wednesday 11th of October 2023
Great taste and texture - I’ve been looking for kodiak cakes mix variations, especially pumpkin! I cooked them in my cast iron skillet with a little coconut oil and we all loved them. I will definitely add this recipe to our fall breakfast favorites - healthy enough for a school morning and reheated nicely in the toaster. Thanks!
Tressa Jamil
Thursday 12th of October 2023
I'm glad you and your family enjoyed these pumpkin Kodiak cake pancakes. Thanks for sharing how you tweaked the recipe to make it your own - using coconut oil and reheating in the toaster are great tips. I appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback. It made my day to hear the pancakes are a healthy part of your morning routine.
SAS
Sunday 17th of September 2023
These pancakes turned out great - easy to make and delicious to eat! I left out the pumpkin pie spice and the vanilla extract, just to be more in line with our taste. Very light and fluffy. We enjoyed these immensely with butter and maple syrup!
Tressa Jamil
Sunday 17th of September 2023
Sounds like a perfect fall breakfast; I am happy you enjoyed them!
Sarah
Wednesday 13th of September 2023
These pancakes are absolutely delicious! As a pumpkin spice enthusiast, I was thrilled to find this recipe on your food blog, and the extra protein from the Kodiak Cakes mix is genius!
Tressa Jamil
Friday 15th of September 2023
Well, since you're speaking as a pumpkin spice expert, what a compliment! Thank you for trying the recipe.