Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon Vanilla Maple Syrup

Directions

1. Add the pumpkin, butter, eggs, vanilla, salt, maple syrup, cinnamon, and milk to a blender and pulse until smooth.
2. Heat a flat nonstick griddle over medium heat while you finish the batter.
3. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and stir in the lemon juice, sugar, and baking soda. Add the flour just until combined, making sure to keep it lumpy (this will make your pancakes fluffy!).
4. Portion the batter out onto the griddle using a medium cookie scoop. Place chocolate chips on top if desired, pressing them into the batter. Cook on the first side until bubbles form, then flip. Cook on the other side for 2-3 minutes, until it lifts easily off the pan. Repeat with the remaining batter until you run out.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
6. When the pancakes are ready, serve with the syrup and enjoy.