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Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes with Cream Cheese Drizzle

Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes combine the best of two breakfast favorites: soft, golden pancakes and the sweet, buttery cinnamon swirl of a classic cinnamon roll. Topped with a rich cream cheese drizzle, these pancakes are the perfect way to start your morning with a warm and indulgent treat.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Pancakes:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ¼ cup softened butter
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For the Cream Cheese Drizzle:

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl:

    • In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
    • Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or squeeze bottle and set aside.

  2. Make the Pancake Batter:

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    • In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
    • Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined (do not overmix).

  3. Cook the Pancakes:

    • Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
    • Lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
    • Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet.
    • Quickly pipe the cinnamon swirl onto the pancake batter in a spiral motion.

  4. Flip and Finish Cooking:

    • Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2 minutes.
    • Carefully flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.

  5. Prepare the Cream Cheese Drizzle:

    • In a bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

  6. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Drizzle the warm pancakes with cream cheese icing.
    • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a thinner drizzle, add more milk to the icing.
  • Keep pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F) until ready to serve.
  • To make ahead, store cooked pancakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pancakes
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Breakfast Pancakes, Fluffy Pancakes, Sweet Breakfast, Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes