Name: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe for a Decadent Brunch Delight Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup Flour (Can use gluten-free flour blend.); 2 teaspoons Baking Powder (Ensure freshness for best rise.); 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Sea salt can be used for flavor.); 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.); 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.); 4 ounces Cream Cheese (Mascarpone can be a delightful alternative.); 1 cup Powdered Sugar (Adjust for preferred sweetness.); 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Using pure vanilla enhances flavor.); 2 tablespoons Melted Butter

Ingredients

1 cup Flour (Can use gluten-free flour blend)

2 teaspoons Baking Powder (Ensure freshness for best rise)

1/4 teaspoon Salt (Sea salt can be used for flavor)

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)

2 tablespoons Melted Butter (Vegetable oil can be a substitute)

1/4 cup Brown Sugar (Light or dark brown sugar can be used)

1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon (Mix with nutmeg for extra warmth)

4 ounces Cream Cheese (Mascarpone can be a delightful alternative)

1 cup Powdered Sugar (Adjust for preferred sweetness)

1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Using pure vanilla enhances flavor)

2 tablespoons Melted Butter

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl until well combined. Transfer this mixture to a ziplock bag and let it thicken for 10–15 minutes while you prepare the batter.

Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, vegetable oil, and beaten egg, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.

Step 3: To make the glaze, heat the cream cheese and melted butter in a microwave-safe bowl until warm. Whisk until smooth, then blend in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.

Step 4: Preheat a skillet over low heat. Pour ½ cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet and use the ziplock bag with cinnamon filling to pipe a swirl onto the batter. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully flip and cook until golden brown.

Step 5: Stack the cooked pancakes and drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the top. Optionally, dust with extra powdered sugar or sprinkle with nuts before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra warmth, add a pinch of nutmeg or ground cloves to the cinnamon filling.

Use mascarpone instead of cream cheese for a richer glaze with a subtle tang.

Try gluten-free flour blends if you need a gluten-free version—just ensure your baking powder is gluten-free as well.

To make vegan pancakes, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use plant-based milk and butter alternatives.

FAQs

Can I prepare the cinnamon filling ahead of time?

Yes, the cinnamon filling can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Let it return to room temperature or warm slightly before piping it onto the pancakes.

What can I use if I don’t have a ziplock bag for swirling the filling?

If you don’t have a ziplock bag, you can spoon the cinnamon filling gently over the batter in rings, then use a toothpick or skewer to swirl it into a pattern before cooking.