Description

Enjoy a delicious twist on classic pancakes with these Decadent Cinnamon Roll Pancakes that combine fluffy pancake batter swirled with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, this recipe is quick and easy, ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Pancake Batter

1 cup Flour (can use gluten-free flour blend)
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Milk (any non-dairy milk works well)
1 large Egg (a flax egg can substitute for vegan)
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (melted butter can be used for flavor)

Cinnamon Filling

2 tablespoons Melted Butter
1/4 cup Brown Sugar (light or dark brown sugar can be used)
1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (mix with nutmeg for extra warmth)

Cream Cheese Glaze

4 ounces Cream Cheese (mascarpone can be a delightful alternative)
1 cup Powdered Sugar (adjust for preferred sweetness)
2 tablespoons Melted Butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (using pure vanilla enhances flavor)

Instructions

Prepare Cinnamon Filling: In a bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon thoroughly. Transfer this mixture into a ziplock bag and allow it to thicken for 10-15 minutes while preparing the batter.
Make Pancake Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, vegetable oil, and the beaten egg and stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep pancakes fluffy.
Make Glaze: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the cream cheese and melted butter until warm and soft. Whisk until smooth, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
Cook Pancakes: Preheat a skillet over low heat. Pour ½ cup of pancake batter onto the skillet. Using the ziplock bag, pipe the cinnamon filling onto the batter in a spiral swirl. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface and edges set, then carefully flip and cook until golden and cooked through.
Serve: Stack the pancakes on a plate and generously drizzle or spoon the cream cheese glaze over the top. Optionally, dust with extra powdered sugar or sprinkle with nuts for garnish. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use non-dairy cream cheese and milk.
You can mix a pinch of ground nutmeg with cinnamon for added warmth in the filling.
Use gluten-free flour blend to make this recipe gluten-free without compromising texture.
Cooking on low heat ensures pancakes cook through without burning the cinnamon filling.
Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less powdered sugar according to taste.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll pancakes, cinnamon swirl pancakes, cream cheese glaze pancakes, breakfast pancakes, easy brunch recipe, skillet pancakes