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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe: Fluffy, Sweet & Irresistible!

Get ready to elevate your breakfast with these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes that combine the best of fluffy pancakes and gooey cinnamon rolls. Each bite is a delightful experience with a sweet cinnamon swirl and a luscious cream cheese glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 12 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together all of your dry ingredients: the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients in. Stir gently with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir until you have a smooth, thick paste. Transfer this mixture into a small zip-top bag and snip off a tiny corner.
  5. Heat a lightly greased non-stick griddle or large frying pan over medium-low heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
  6. Immediately after pouring the batter, pipe the cinnamon swirl mixture in a spiral motion starting from the center of each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  8. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk (or cream), and vanilla extract. Mix until completely smooth and creamy.
  9. As soon as the pancakes are ready, stack them high on serving plates and drizzle generously with the warm cream cheese glaze.

Nutrition

Keywords: Don't overmix the batter to ensure fluffy pancakes. Adjust the glaze consistency with milk or powdered sugar as needed.