Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Cinnamon Roll Pancakes – a delightful fusion of classic cinnamon rolls and fluffy pancakes, topped with a decadent cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a special breakfast or brunch treat!
Ingredients
Scale
Pancake Batter:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (may need to add a little more if batter is too thick)
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large egg, beaten
Cinnamon Filling:
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 Tablespoons butter
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Filling: In a medium bowl, mix butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Scoop the filling into a small zip baggie and set aside. Let it rest for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thick.
- Prepare Pancake Batter: Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, milk, oil, and egg until moistened. For boxed mix, follow package directions.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze: Heat butter and cream cheese until melted. Whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat skillet, pour batter, squeeze cinnamon filling on top. Flip when bubbles appear, cook until browned. Keep warm in oven. Repeat for remaining pancakes.
- Serve: Spoon warmed cream cheese glaze on each pancake. Enjoy!
Notes
- Add chopped nuts or raisins to the cinnamon filling for extra texture.
- Make extra glaze and serve on the side for dipping.
- These pancakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, Pancake Recipe, Breakfast Recipe, Brunch Ideas
