Description
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a fun twist on two classic breakfast favorites! These fluffy pancakes, swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a creamy glaze, will have your taste buds doing a happy dance. Whether you’re serving them for a lazy weekend breakfast or impressing guests, these pancakes will definitely steal the show!
Ingredients
For the Pancakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Stir until smooth and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Pancake Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Immediately swirl a spoonful of the cinnamon mixture onto the batter in a spiral pattern. Use a toothpick or fork to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the pancake batter.
- Cook until bubbles appear on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Step 4: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
- In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Serve
- Stack your pancakes and drizzle with the cream cheese glaze.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciousness!
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter: A few lumps are fine. Overmixing can make the pancakes dense.
- Use room-temperature ingredients: This helps the batter come together more smoothly and results in fluffier pancakes.
- Customize the swirl: Add a little nutmeg or a dash of vanilla extract to the cinnamon swirl for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American