Description
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes combine the fluffy texture of traditional pancakes with the sweet, swirled cinnamon flavor of cinnamon rolls. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, they make for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Pour into dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl. Transfer to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a small corner cut off.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease.
- Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet. Pipe a swirl of cinnamon mixture on top.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then carefully flip and cook another 1–2 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.
- For the glaze, whisk cream cheese, milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle cream cheese glaze over warm pancakes and serve immediately.
Notes
- If swirl mixture becomes too thick, reheat briefly to soften.
- Serve with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra flair.
- Double the cinnamon swirl for a stronger flavor if desired.