Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes swirled with warm cinnamon sugar and topped with a creamy glaze, Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a delicious twist on a classic breakfast favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and white sugar.
- Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg, and melted butter; mix until smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Preheat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
- Quickly sprinkle a teaspoon of cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter and use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl it through.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.
- For the glaze, beat together powdered sugar, cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Serve pancakes warm drizzled with the cream cheese glaze.
Notes
For an extra indulgent touch, add chopped pecans to the cinnamon swirl before cooking or top with fresh fruit.