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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes: Your New Brunch Indulgence

Indulge in delightful Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, a perfect brunch treat with sweet cinnamon swirls and creamy glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 1.5 cups flour can use gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt can use sea salt as substitute
  • 1 cup milk any non-dairy milk works
  • 1 large egg use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil melted butter is a suitable substitute
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 0.25 cups melted butter vegetable oil can be used
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar light or dark brown sugar is fine
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon mix with a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 ounces cream cheese mascarpone can be used
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter adds richness
  • 1 cups powdered sugar adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract is best

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Ziplock Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cinnamon Filling: Mix together melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Transfer to a ziplock bag and let sit for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
  2. Make Pancake Batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together. In another bowl, combine milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg. Pour wet ingredients into dry, stirring gently.
  3. Make Cream Cheese Glaze: Combine cream cheese and melted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat until warm, then whisk until smooth. Blend in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  4. Cook Pancakes: Preheat skillet and pour batter. Pipe cinnamon filling onto batter. Cook until bubbles form, flip and cook until golden brown.
  5. Serve: Stack pancakes, drizzle with cream cheese glaze, and add toppings if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the cinnamon filling to thicken for better swirls. Use low heat for cooking to prevent burning. Avoid overmixing for fluffy pancakes.

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