Pumpkin pancakes with apple cider syrup

I got this from Studio 5. It was a perfect (easy, quick and yummy) Halloween dinner and will be a new tradition in our house. Would be great for any breakfast too. Get the syrup started first so it'll be ready in time.


SYRUP

Ingredients:
1 ½ c. apple cider or juice
1 c. packed brown sugar
1 c. corn syrup
4 T. butter or margarine
1 t. lemon juice
¼ t. ground cinnamon
¼ t. ground nutmeg

Method:
In a saucepan, combine the syrup ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until slightly thickened. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.


PANCAKES

Ingredients:
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 T. sugar
4 t. baking powder
1 t. salt
1 t. ground cinnamon
4 eggs, separated
2 c. milk
1 c. canned pumpkin
4 T. canola oil

Method:
For pancakes, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, milk, pumpkin and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. In a mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form; fold into batter.
Pour batter by ¼ cupfuls onto a hot greased griddle. Turn when bubbles form on top of pancakes. Cook until second side is golden brown. Serve with apple cider syrup. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg, if desired.