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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe
Chef Ava

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Combine the best of both worlds with these Cinnamon Roll Pancakes! Fluffy pancakes are swirled with a buttery cinnamon filling and topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they taste just like a warm cinnamon roll!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 pancakes
Course: Pancakes
Cuisine: Pancakes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cinnamon Filling:
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 6 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Pancake Batter:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk any type
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil

Method
 

Prepare the Cinnamon Filling:
  1. In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a zip-top bag and set aside to thicken.
Make the Cream Cheese Glaze:
  1. Using a hand mixer, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and lump-free.
  3. Set aside at room temperature.
Mix the Pancake Batter:
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, and oil. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; small lumps are okay.
Cook the Pancakes:
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  2. Pour about ¼ cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
  3. Snip a small corner off the zip-top bag with the cinnamon filling and pipe a swirl onto each pancake, starting from the center and working outward.
  4. When bubbles form on the surface (about 2-3 minutes), flip the pancake carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Serve & Glaze:
  1. Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with the cream cheese glaze.
  2. Serve warm and enjoy the cinnamon roll flavor in every bite!

Notes

Thicken the Cinnamon Filling for Perfect Swirls: Let the cinnamon filling rest for 5-10 minutes after mixing to thicken slightly. This prevents it from spreading too much on the hot griddle.
Pipe the Swirls Carefully: Start piping the cinnamon swirl when the pancake begins to bubble but before flipping. This helps the swirl stay intact and prevents sticking. Pipe from the center outward for the best cinnamon roll effect.
Flip with Care: Flip gently using a wide spatula to avoid breaking the swirl. If some cinnamon leaks, it will caramelize, creating a delicious crust.