Description
Delight in the perfect breakfast treat with these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. Fluffy pancakes filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze, mimicking the classic cinnamon roll flavor in an easy-to-make skillet recipe.
Ingredients
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Pancake Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Vanilla Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons melted butter until combined. Transfer the mixture into a small plastic bag and snip off a tiny corner to create a piping bag. Set aside.
- Mix Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the milk and 2 tablespoons melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the surface for each pancake. Immediately pipe a swirl of the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the surface of each pancake to create the cinnamon roll effect.
- Flip and Cook: Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set, then carefully flip each pancake. Cook the other side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Serve: Drizzle the vanilla glaze generously over the warm cinnamon roll pancakes and serve immediately for a delicious breakfast or brunch treat.
Notes
- Use a non-stick skillet or a well-seasoned griddle for easy flipping and even cooking.
- Do not overmix the pancake batter to ensure light and fluffy pancakes.
- You can adjust the cinnamon swirl amount according to your sweetness preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond milk and butter with a vegan alternative.
- These pancakes are best served fresh but can be kept warm in a low oven if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
