Sunday mornings call for something special, and what’s better than combining two breakfast favourites—cinnamon rolls and pancakes? Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are the latest viral trend, offering the fluffy goodness of pancakes with the sweet, spiced swirls of a cinnamon roll. Perfect for a lazy weekend brunch, this fusion dish is surprisingly easy to make and will impress everyone at the table.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Best of both worlds – Soft pancakes with a cinnamon-sugar swirl.
- No yeast, no waiting – Quicker than traditional cinnamon rolls.
- Customizable – Drizzle with cream cheese glaze or maple syrup.
How to Make Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Ingredients:
For the Pancakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp milk
- ½ cup icing sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Method:
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl – Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Transfer to a piping bag or a small zip-lock bag (snip the corner later).
- Make the pancake batter – Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt). In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently—don’t overmix.
- Cook the pancakes – Heat a non-stick pan on medium. Pour batter to form small circles. Immediately pipe the cinnamon swirl in a spiral motion over each pancake.
- Flip carefully – When bubbles form (after 2-3 mins), flip and cook for another minute.
- Add the glaze – Whisk cream cheese, milk, icing sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm pancakes.
Serving Suggestion
Serve these swirly, aromatic pancakes with fresh fruits, a dollop of whipped cream, or extra maple syrup. Pair with masala chai or coffee for the ultimate Sunday treat!
Final Thoughts
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes are the perfect indulgent yet easy breakfast hack. Whether you’re cooking for family or treating yourself, this fusion dish brings warmth and sweetness to your morning. Try it this weekend and enjoy the delicious twist on classic flavours!
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