After working hard to create 22 recipes for a comprehensive Thanksgiving feast for my new ebook Thankful and enjoying the early Thanksgiving feast a few weeks ago, I have been fighting the natural urge to transition into Christmas-mode! I think my brain is wired to transition from Autumn to Winter after the big meal is done, and our little faux-celebration threw me off. My entire homepage is flooded with pumpkin recipes right now, and I have just one more for Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes that I created a few weeks ago before moving into all things Winter – cranberries, mint, chocolate, and hopefully a good gingerbread recipe this year.
If you're also already in the Christmas spirit and want some treat ideas make sure to check out all of the recipes I created last year!
Cranberry Loaf with Lemon Glaze
Love that ornate little dollop of whipped cream on the top?
It's coconut milk whipped cream and I used my handy iSi easy whip and my instructions for coconut milk whipped cream. I find that the whipped cream holds its shape best if you whip it up and then let it sit in the refrigerator again for a few hours. You could also put the whipped cream into a pastry bag fitted with a star tip to create this look.
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Lynne
Danielle, you are on my list of people I am thankful for this Thanksgiving! I came across your blog not 2 weeks ago and already your recipes have changed my life. I ordered both your recipe book and your tgiving ebook and have made the sandwich bread, meatloaf, cranberry sauce, two icing recipes, pie crust (soon to be filled with your pumpkin filling). LOVE them all. I will be making your stuffing and sweet potato dishes for tomorrow. And here I thought I was going to have to sacrifice all sorts of yummy food on Thanksgiving! Thank you for sharing your gift of creativity with the world. I would bless you for your sandwich bread recipe alone!
Against All Grain
Thank you so much! I am so glad you are enjoying the recipes!
Lynne
Absolutely loved the stuffing (even leftover cold from the fridge!) and the sweet potato, bacon and pecan dish was delicious and also a great leftover (especially crisped up in the oven as you recommend).
Made these pancakes this morning and had a little trouble getting my griddle temp right and the batter thickness correct (just added a little more almond milk). After I stopped burning them they were fantastic! Put a little goat butter and syrup on them. No bacon but next time for sure! That added saltiness would be… Mmwaah!
Katie
Best pancakes ever! I made these this morning and they were a hit with the whole family. I am the only one who has to be gluten-free, but everyone loved these and said they were better than my old pumpkin pancakes! Thank you for sharing!
the merrymaker sisters
These look amazing Danielle! What beautiful + delish looking photos! e & c
ps. we gotta work on our coconut whipped cream…. yours look perfect haha!
pps. happy thanks giving!
Marie
I followed the recipe and twice my pancakes came out raw and un cooked in the middle. I made them not too thick and they looked ok but were terrible. I’m so sad! What happened?
Amy Field
We’re having the same problem too! They take way too long to be able to flip so one side is burnt and the other side is raw. They spread to fill the entire pan! Against all grain, do you know what’s going wrong?
Against All Grain
Did you possibly use homemade pumpkin? It may have been too moist. It’s definitely a wet batter, and the first side takes a little longer to flip like most grain-free pancakes. It shouldn’t by any means be raw inside. Also make sure to let the coconut flour sit for 5 minutes as written to let it soak in some of the moisture.
Lolo
Im having the same problem. Although I always have this problem when I try to make pancakes made with coconut flour- they always burn and are slightly mushy in the middle! I have the heat to med-low and let the batter sit for 4 min before putting it on the griddle.
K Young
These. Are. Amazing. I made them for myself–strict paleo–and my family members–not paleo, and we all agreed they were some of the best pancakes we’ve ever tried!! I also added mini dark chocolate chips which made it even more delicious. Side Note: I’ve been following this website and Danielle’s story for many months. I’ve tried SEVERAL of the recipes, and am ALWAYS impressed. I loved the recipes so much that I recently ordered her beautiful cookbook. Keep up the great work!
Against All Grain
Thank you!!
Rochelle @ Oh So Sweet Baker
Yummy, these pancakes look delish!
Ashley
I LOVED your Thanksgiving recipes. I made the green bean casserole and mashed garlic cauliflower for my SAD (Standard American Diet) family and they loved them! These were unanimously the two favorite dishes this year and no one had any idea there was anything “special” about them.
Dawnette Arsht
Wow.. Maple Pumpkin Custard and Pumpkin pancakes with Bacon and pecans…. To Die for!
I love your book! Best purchase ever!!
Mary
Thank you Danielle, These pancakes are the best I’ve had! By chance do you include carb and fat facts with your cookbook recipes? My granddaughter is a toddler with type 1 Diabetes.
Against All Grain
We are working on including that in the future.
Danielle
My daughter was diagnosed by the doctors with Type 1, a little over 2 years ago. This website has helped my family so much . So much that websites like these and with Jesus help has made it where she hasn’t been on insulin in 2 years. Thanks
Erica
When you say it serves 4-6, does that mean it serves 4-6 people or makes 4-6 pancakes? Also, do you have nutritional info on these?
Thanks!
Against All Grain
I would be referring to the number of people that the dish typically serves. We are working on providing more information in the future, but I don’t have that information yet.
Mel @ a table prepared
Oh wow, I love love love your photography (and that coconut cream star)! You are so talented. Oh, and the recipe looks delish too!
Tanya
I have made these twice now and they are amazing. The first time I made them I put applesauce on them and it was good. The second time I made the bacon pecan topping and it was heavenly! I freeze leftovers and warm them up for a quick breakfast before work. Thanks for your wonderful recipes. I’ve already given your cookbook as a gift and I know I will again!
Against All Grain
Thank you! I am so glad that you are enjoying this recipe!
Ana
Hi Danielle, I love pancakes anytime of the day, all day! These look deliciously evil and I cannot wait to try some! Thanks for the great recipe. Pancakes for breakfast or lunch or supper Yum!
Loretta
Hi Danielle! I just got your cookbook for my birthday and I can’t wait to dive right in! Of course your photos are stunning and I adore all the little illustrations. The only problem will be deciding what to make first!
Travis
These are amazing pancakes! I give 5 stars but they can be messy and hard to flip but even so, it’s worth it!
Reija
Loved these! Thank you so much for the recipe! The first few pancakes didn’t turn out as well but then I got a hang of it. I’m definitely going to make these again soon. have Crohn’s myself and eat paleo which has kept me in remission and I feel the best I ever have. I finally have no daily pains and have plenty of energy to keep up with our 3 children. I wish I had known about the paleo diet years ago. Would have saved me lots of pain and suffering but better late than never. love your cookbooks and this blog! The Thanksgiving book was perfect for the Holidays and Against All Grain is fabulous! Thank you for raising awareness and doing all the work you do so that others can benefit from this diet and these recipes.
Against All Grain
Thank you for your kind words Reija! I am so happy the you are enjoying my recipes and that you are feeling so good!
Laura
So, I made these, without the whipped cream and bacon. A bit later I went to crossfit and when I came home my sister said she really enjoyed the pancakes, even though they had turned green! Any ideas why? My pumpkin was left over from last week, so maybe that’s why? It was kinda strange. I’ll eat them as soon as I make them from now on!
Against All Grain
Did you use sunbutter? If so, this is a common occurrence when using sunflower seeds and/or sunbutter. Read my blog page linked here: https://againstallgrain.com/2013/03/15/cinnamon-oatmeal-raisin-cookies-st-patricks-day-style/ for more information.
Susannah
It’s the sunbutter! The chlorophyll in the sunflower seeds reacts with baking soda and makes things turn green. Nothing unhealthy about it — just funny looking. We did it on purpose on St Patrick’s Day with a cookie recipe and told our kids it was the leprechauns. 😉 I couldn’t believe just HOW green those things got though! You can get around it by adding some lemon juice or reducing the amount of baking soda, I think.
Rhonda Samuels
Hi! So I love your hamburger buns but I hate having to grind up the cashews because I have to use my nutribullet to do it. I just found cashew meal at Trader Joes and I’m so excited!! I was wondering how much to use. I know it calls for 1 1/2 cups of whole cashews but not sure how much to use since its already ground up. Help please :-). Can’t wait to make some buns!!
Juliana
Hey Danielle, I was wondering what brand of coconut flour you use. I loved loved loved the flavor of these pancakes but the consistency was just not right. Even after letting them sit TWICE for five minutes and beating them, they were simply too thin and completely unflippable. I tried making really small pancakes and letting then cook longer but they were stilly runny and burnt. Again, I loved the flavor, the ones I could salvage looked terrible but tasted even better the next day out of the fridge. Any insight would be appreciated! I had similar issues with the macadamia nut waffles. I had to cook them on a higher setting and for much longer but in the end they were awesome as well! Everything has such good flavor! I use your recipes when trying to convince someone to try something a little healthier instead of the IHOP version.
Stephanie
My whole family LOVED these!
Vanessa
These are the best!! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 🙂
Summer
I just found your website last month through my google search for paleo pumpkin pancakes. Wow, these were divine!! I just got your cookbook and am so excited to try more of your recipes! My family and I tolerate raw dairy very well and I’m wondering if I can substitute raw milk for the coconut and almond milk in your recipes? Porridge, baked goods…..will it make a difference? Thank you!!
-Summer
Against All Grain
That will work just fine Summer.
Summer
Thank you!!
Ann-Marie
I love pumpkin ANY time of the year and recently found your cookbook. Wow! Off today and decided to make these and your Banana Mouse Pancakes. I have a very picky family but my 10 year old son LOVES your pumpkin pancakes. It’s a hit in our house. Hubby and I love both. We are gradually changing our kitchen as I try your receipes. So thankful for your book. I encourage you to keep making recipes. You don’t know how you have blessed our family! It’s been such a struggle the last few years. So thank you!
Against All Grain
So glad you are enjoying my recipes Ann-Marie!
Karen
Trying to decide how early I have to get up if I want to make these! Is it possible to make the batter the night before, refrigerate, and then just cook the pancakes in the morning? Or would that mess things up with the coconut flour? Hmmm…
KT
Gosh, I had trouble making these – the flavor is great, but the batter is waaayyyy to thin – it makes a crepe-like pancake and were so hard to ‘turn’ …any suggestions?
KR
Hi there, I was planning on making these tomorrow, but I had a question re. the coconut whipping cream. You mentioned that you used your ISI whip (a great idea) for the cream and I was wondering, did you separate the cream from the liquid or did you pour straight from the can into the ISI container? Did you use coconut cream or coconut milk in the ISI. If you could clarify, that would be appreciated. Thanks.
melanie
These were delicious! But I have to tell you that for me (and the friend who shared them on FB), these turned bright green! My kids asked if I had slipped spinach in there! I wonder if there is some chemical reaction between sunflower butter and pumpkin. Or perhaps it was the cardamom? Any, just thought you’d like to know!
Danielle
Melanie, this is a reaction between the baking soda and the sunflower seed butter. You can read more on the FAQ page here https://againstallgrain.com/f-a-q/.
Ashley
Hi! What can I use to in place of the almond / sunflower butter? Would Ghee work? I can’t wait to make these for my family!
J
I had to keep these on the lowest setting on my burner, otherwise I too had problems flipping/burning. Let them sit a long time on low and then flip, once really bubbled on top. Delicious!!!!
Danielle
Grain free flours do tend to burn more quickly, so it is a good idea to use a lower setting. ~Eileen
Mel
I’m not really interested in going dairy free-just grains. When you use almond/cashew butters’ milks etc, will the result be similar if I use dairy butter and milk?
Wendy
Quick question. You mention using your iSi easy whip bottle for the whipped coconut cream. So do you whip it up per your directions and then put it into the bottle to dispense or do you make it in the bottle? I have one and loved using it until I realized I can’t tolerate dairy any longer. I’d love to be able to use it for coconut whipped cream!
Roann Karns
MY daughter can’t have eggs, can these be made with egg substitutes like chia or flax eggs?
Danielle
Yes either one should work!
Kelly Kiespert Derback
Can you substitute apple sauce for eggs? We also have an egg allergy
Jessica Flory
Wow, Danielle! These were absolutely amazing. Fluffy and perfectly spiced. We loved them!
Danielle
So glad you enjoyed them!!
Sarah D
Oh my pumpkin spice! These are yummy. I have to figure out how thin to spread them so that they can be flipped. First time out – lots of stars
RJ Hirsch
Thank you thank you—for the stack of cookbooks– I have all but obe– and continuing to work for this community.
And, re: this particular recipe, thank you for specifying to use 1/4 cub of batter per. That is especially helpful—– I have always done it by guess and by golly! and it wrks. Nonetheless, pouring equal measures will be a treat!
Wishing you and your loved ones many moments of Peace, Joy and delight.
And vibrant good health.
May it ripple out.
Ruth
Joan
Do you think you could use this recipe for a sheet ppancakes? Would I need to adapt it, and how?
Danielle
Hi! Yes – you can this recipe for sheet pancakes. Enjoy!
Crystal Ludlow
Question: I tried making these but can’t have eggs. Tried using flax seed and the pancake just turned into a bunch of goo, (still new to food substitutions for eggs). Do you think using applesauce instead would work?
Danielle
Hi! Unfortunately, I haven’t tested this recipe with egg subs so I can’t guarantee how they will come out with a substitute. Applesauce should work but let us know how they turn out! Another reader might have the same question and they’ll find your feedback so helpful. Happy Cooking!