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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe

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These Cinnamon Roll Pancakes combine the fluffy texture of classic pancakes with the sweet, spiced swirl of cinnamon roll filling and a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, this recipe delivers all the comforting flavors of a cinnamon roll in an easy-to-make pancake form.

Ingredients

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Pancake Batter

  • 1 cup Flour (can use gluten-free flour blend)
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder (ensure freshness for best rise)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt (sea salt can be used for flavor)
  • 1 cup Milk (any non-dairy milk works well)
  • 1 large Egg (a flax egg can substitute for vegan)
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (melted butter can be used for flavor)

Cinnamon Filling

  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar (light or dark brown sugar can be used)
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (mix with nutmeg for extra warmth)

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese (mascarpone can be a delightful alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (adjust for preferred sweetness)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (using pure vanilla enhances flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cinnamon Filling: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well mixed. Transfer this mixture to a ziplock bag and let it rest for 10-15 minutes to thicken while you prepare the pancake batter.
  2. Make Pancake Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg, stirring just until the ingredients are combined, being careful not to overmix.
  3. Make Cream Cheese Glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the cream cheese and melted butter until soft. Whisk until smooth, then blend in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy and well combined.
  4. Cook Pancakes: Preheat a skillet or non-stick pan over low heat. Pour ½ cup of pancake batter onto the hot skillet. Use the prepared ziplock bag to pipe the cinnamon filling in a swirl onto the batter while it’s cooking. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then carefully flip the pancake and cook until the other side is golden brown and the pancake is cooked through.
  5. Serve: Stack the cinnamon roll pancakes on plates and generously drizzle or spoon the cream cheese glaze over the top. Optionally, sprinkle with additional powdered sugar or chopped nuts for extra texture and sweetness.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use plant-based cream cheese and milk.
  • Make sure your baking powder is fresh to help pancakes rise well and stay fluffy.
  • To avoid burning, cook pancakes on low heat and be patient when flipping.
  • You can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon filling for a more complex spice flavor.
  • If preferred, use gluten-free flour to make this recipe gluten-free.

Keywords: cinnamon roll pancakes, breakfast pancakes, cinnamon swirl pancakes, cream cheese glaze, sweet breakfast

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