Go Back
–+ servings
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes That'll Make Your Morning Magical

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes deliver the fluffy texture and swirls of cinnamon-sugar found in traditional rolls, perfect for lazy weekends and gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitution: Whole wheat flour can be used for a healthier version.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk Substitution: Use milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted butter is used in the batter.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Softened, for the swirl.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk Or heavy cream.
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Griddle or Skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl by mixing together the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Make the Pancake Batter by whisking together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar in a bowl. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine ingredients by gently folding wet into dry, then let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Cook the pancakes over medium heat, pouring batter and drizzling with cinnamon swirl. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.
  5. Keep warm by transferring pancakes to a baking sheet in a preheated oven at 200°F.
  6. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze by beating together cream cheese and butter, then gradually adding powdered sugar and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Serve the pancakes stacked with the cream cheese glaze drizzled generously over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pancakesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Do not overmix the batter; it should remain slightly lumpy for fluffy pancakes.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!