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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes: Your New Favorite Breakfast Treat

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are a delightful twist on traditional breakfast, combining fluffy texture with cinnamon and sugar swirls.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with almond milk.
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Can replace with melted butter.
  • 1 large Egg (beaten) For vegan, replace with flaxseed meal.
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Do not use margarine.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Skillet or Griddle
  • spatula
  • zip bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Filling: Combine melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth. Transfer to a zip bag and set aside for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined. Ensure no lumps.
  3. Incorporate the Wet Ingredients: Add milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg to the dry mix. Stir until just combined.
  4. Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze: Melt butter and cream cheese in a saucepan. Stir continuously, then whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Heat the Skillet: Preheat skillet over low heat and spray lightly with non-stick spray.
  6. Cook the Pancakes: Pour ½ cup of batter onto skillet and squeeze cinnamon filling in spirals on top. Cook until bubbles form, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip pancakes and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Serve with Cream Cheese Glaze: Stack pancakes on plates and drizzle glaze over them. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These pancakes are not just a recipe; they’re an experience that everyone will adore! Consider adding chopped nuts for extra texture.

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