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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes: Soft, Swirly Bliss Awaits You

Enjoy these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, a delightful blend of classic cinnamon rolls and fluffy pancakes for a cozy breakfast experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup Flour Use a gluten-free blend for gluten-free version
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Check for freshness
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Sea salt or kosher salt recommended
  • 1 cup Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for vegan
  • 1 large Egg Swap for a flax egg for vegan
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Melted butter can be used as an alternative
Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Can be replaced by vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark sugar works well
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Mix with a dash of nutmeg for extra flavor
Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Mascarpone could be an alternative
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust sweetness as desired
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Ziplock bag
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Cinnamon Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, stirring until smooth. Transfer to a ziplock bag and let thicken for 10-15 minutes.
Pancake Batter
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg, mixing gently.
Cream Cheese Glaze
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cream cheese and melted butter. Microwave for 20-30 seconds. Whisk until smooth and stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Cooking Pancakes
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over low-medium heat. Pour ½ cup pancake batter into skillet. Pipe cinnamon filling on top. Cook until bubbles form, flip, and cook until golden.
Serving
  1. Stack pancakes, drizzle with cream cheese glaze, and optionally dust with powdered sugar or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cinnamon filling thickens before piping for better swirl definition. Flip pancakes gently to maintain design. Avoid overmixing batter for fluffiness.

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