Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a delightful combination of fluffy pancakes and the sweet, spiced flavor of cinnamon rolls. These pancakes are swirled with a cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a creamy glaze, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch.
📋 Ingredients:
For the Pancakes:
🍞 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
🍚 3 1/2 tsp baking powder
🧂 1/2 tsp salt
🍯 1 tbsp granulated sugar
🥛 1 1/4 cups milk
🥚 1 large egg
🧈 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
🧈 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
🍯 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
🌰 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
🧀 4 oz cream cheese, softened
🍚 1/2 cup powdered sugar
🥛 2-3 tbsp milk
🍦 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
📝 Directions:
Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:
- Mix the Ingredients: 🧈 In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a small squeeze bottle or a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off.
Make the Pancake Batter:
- Combine Dry Ingredients: 🍞 In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
- Add Wet Ingredients: 🥛 Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the milk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
Cook the Pancakes:
- Heat the Griddle: 🔥 Preheat a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
- Add Batter to the Griddle: 🥞 Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
- Swirl with Cinnamon Mixture: 🍥 When the pancake begins to form bubbles on the surface, use the squeeze bottle or bag to swirl the cinnamon mixture onto the pancake batter in a spiral pattern.
- Flip and Cook: 🔄 Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the other side is golden brown. Remove from the griddle and repeat with the remaining batter.
Make the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- Mix the Glaze: 🧀 In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Add more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Serve:
🍽️ Plate and Glaze: Serve the pancakes warm, stacked on a plate, and generously drizzle with the cream cheese glaze. Enjoy with a side of fresh fruit or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your sweet and indulgent Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, a perfect breakfast treat that combines the best of both worlds!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings (8 pancakes)
🔥 Calories: 300 kcal per pancake
💡 Notes:
- For an extra treat, add a few chopped nuts or raisins to the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- The cream cheese glaze can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Warm it up slightly before drizzling over the pancakes.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting Cinnamon Roll Pancakes! 🥞✨