I love trying seasonal mixes at Trader Joe's, especially anything pumpkin, so the Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancake Mix went straight into my cart. I wasn't sure what to expect since gluten-free mixes can be hit or miss… but this one ended up being such a fun surprise - especially the way I made it.
Where to find it
You'll see it in the baking and pancake mix section, usually grouped with the fall seasonal products. The box is bright and festive, so it's hard to miss when pumpkin season hits.
Taste and texture
The mix comes together easily and cooks up into soft, fluffy pancakes with a warm pumpkin flavor. The spices taste like actual fall baking - cinnamon, nutmeg, and that cozy pumpkin pie energy.
For a gluten-free mix, the texture is great. Not gummy, not dense - just light enough while still feeling hearty.
How I made them
I took a little detour from the instructions and added bacon - and honestly, it was the best decision.
Here's what I did:
- Cooked the bacon first until crisp
- Cut it into shorter strips
- Dipped each piece into the pancake batter
- Cooked them right in the pan like tiny pancake-coated bacon sticks
The result was sweet, salty, crispy, and soft all at once. The pumpkin spice plus the bacon… that combo deserves its own spot on the breakfast menu.
My kids thought it was hilarious and delicious, and I loved how easy it was. If you like sweet-savory breakfasts, this is the way to do it.
Similar products
If you're shopping the fall aisle anyway, you might also like:
- Trader Joe's Pumpkin Bread & Muffin Mix
- Trader Joe's Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread Mix
- Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche Waffles
- Trader Joe's Buttermilk Pancake Mix (for non-gluten-free days)
Final thoughts
Trader Joe's Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancake Mix is definitely a fall breakfast win. It tastes like real pumpkin, cooks up beautifully, and works whether you keep it simple or go a little wild like I did with the bacon trick. I'll be buying another box before the season ends - it made our breakfast feel fun and cozy without any extra work.
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