Description
These fluffy cinnamon roll pancakes feature a perfect cinnamon sugar swirl baked inside and a tangy cream cheese glaze, making them a cozy and quick breakfast-for-dinner treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar (38g)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1¾ cups milk (415ml) – whole milk preferred
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (56g)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon sugar swirl:
- ½ cup brown sugar (100g)
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened (42g)
- Cream cheese glaze:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (115g)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (120g)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (30–45ml)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep Your Cinnamon Sugar Swirl: In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined and spreadable. Set aside.
- Make the Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry and whisk just until combined; some lumps are okay.
- Cook the Pancakes with Swirl: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease. Pour about ¼ cup batter per pancake. Quickly drop a teaspoon of cinnamon sugar swirl onto batter and gently swirl with a toothpick or knife. Cook until bubbles form and edges set (2–3 minutes), flip and cook another 2 minutes until golden.
- Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well. Add milk a tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve Warm: Stack pancakes, drizzle generously with cream cheese glaze, and serve immediately. Optionally, sprinkle extra cinnamon or chopped nuts on top.
Notes
Do not overmix the batter; lumps keep pancakes tender and fluffy. Swirl cinnamon sugar gently to maintain ribbon effect. Use medium heat to avoid burning or undercooking. Keep cream cheese at room temperature for smooth glaze. Adjust milk in glaze for desired consistency. Use non-stick skillet for best flipping results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 320
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 48
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
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