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Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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These fluffy cinnamon roll pancakes combine a soft pancake base with a gooey cinnamon swirl and a rich cream cheese glaze, perfect for cozy breakfasts or brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for cinnamon swirl)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together ¼ cup melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
  2. Make the Pancake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be a bit lumpy.
  4. Heat Your Skillet or Griddle: Preheat over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray. Test readiness by sprinkling a few drops of water; they should dance and evaporate quickly.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Immediately drizzle about 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top of each pancake. Use a toothpick or the back of a spoon to gently swirl the cinnamon into the batter.
  6. Flip When Bubbly: Cook pancakes for 2–3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip carefully and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: While pancakes cook, beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and pourable. Adjust milk quantity to desired thickness.
  8. Serve: Stack pancakes on plates, drizzle generously with cream cheese glaze, and enjoy immediately while warm.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter. Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy. Use a gentle hand when swirling cinnamon mixture to avoid spreading it too thin. Keep cooked pancakes warm in a 200°F oven if making a large batch. For dairy-free or gluten-free versions, swap ingredients accordingly.

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