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Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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A delightful twist on traditional pancakes, featuring a sweet cinnamon swirl and topped with a rich cream cheese glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (for cinnamon swirl)
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  2. Make the Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined; it’s okay if the batter remains a bit lumpy—this helps keep the pancakes fluffy.
  4. Heat Your Skillet or Griddle: Preheat your skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or non-stick spray.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the skillet for each pancake. Immediately add approximately 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top of the batter and gently swirl it in.
  6. Flip When Bubbly: Allow the pancakes to cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: Beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust the milk to reach your desired glaze thickness.
  8. Serve: Serve these warm pancakes drizzled with the cream cheese glaze and enjoy!

Notes

Consider garnishing with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh berries for added flair.

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