Description
Delicious brown sugar cinnamon streusel pancakes with a sweet, crumbly topping and an optional vanilla glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, these fluffy pancakes combine warm spices and a buttery streusel for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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For the pancakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the streusel topping:
- â…“ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold butter (cut into small cubes)
Optional glaze (for drizzling):
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ÂĽ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the streusel: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Make the pancake batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix just until combined, leaving a few lumps for a tender texture; avoid overmixing.
- Cook the pancakes: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Pour ¼ cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Quickly sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of streusel over each pancake before it sets. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look dry, about 2–3 minutes. Flip carefully and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare optional glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Drizzle over pancakes before serving for added sweetness and flavor.
Notes
- The streusel can be made ahead and refrigerated for quick breakfasts.
- These pancakes are sweet and flavorful on their own, but a drizzle of maple syrup or the optional glaze enhances the taste.
- Use cold butter for the streusel to achieve the perfect crumbly texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the pancakes light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
