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Recipe 83e62633a2

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Fluffy pancakes laced with a sweet cinnamon swirl and drizzled with cream cheese icing, capturing the essence of a classic cinnamon roll.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter

  • 1 cup Flour Can use all-purpose or gluten-free blend.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Sea salt preferred for flavor balance.
  • 1 cup Milk Use dairy or non-dairy options.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Melted butter can be used for depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter Add this for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar works.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Key ingredient for flavor.

Cream Cheese Icing

  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Use softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For a rich icing consistency.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, oil, and melted butter. Mix until just combined.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry. Stir until just combined; a few lumps are fine.
  • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter for the cinnamon swirl.

Cooking

  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with cooking spray or oil.
  • Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the surface. Drizzle the cinnamon mixture over in a swirl pattern.
  • Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.

Icing

  • In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
  • Drizzle the cream cheese icing over the stacked pancakes.

Notes

Best served warm. Can be paired with fresh fruit or nuts for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g
Keyword Brunch Recipe, Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Pancakes
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