Pancakes That Taste Like Cinnamon Rolls
These pancakes bring the warm, sweet flavor of cinnamon rolls to your breakfast table. They are a simple weekend treat that smells wonderful while cooking.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Griddle or large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
For the Pancakes
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 large Egg
- 1 1/4 cups Milk Whole or 2%
- 2 tbsp Melted butter Plus more for the griddle
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 tbsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Softened butter
For Serving (Optional)
- 1/2 cup Cream cheese frosting or glaze Store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients for the pancakes: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl mixture. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of softened butter. Mix until it forms a thick, spreadable paste.
- Heat your griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Immediately drop small spoonfuls (about 1/2 teaspoon) of the cinnamon swirl mixture onto the wet batter.
- Use a toothpick or the tip of a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter to create a marbled effect. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve the pancakes warm, topped with cream cheese frosting or glaze if desired.
Notes
These pancakes capture the smell of cinnamon rolls baking. For a richer flavor, use buttermilk instead of regular milk. If the cinnamon swirl mixture is too stiff, warm it slightly in the microwave for about 5 seconds to make it easier to drop onto the batter.