If you’re looking for a breakfast that combines the best of two worlds—cinnamon buns and pancakes—this recipe is for you. These Cinnamon Bun Pancakes are light, fluffy, and infused with the warming taste of cinnamon. A decadent swirl of cinnamon and brown sugar is added right into the batter, creating beautiful spirals reminiscent of your favorite bakery treat. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, these pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special breakfast with the family. They’re the ultimate comfort food, pairing classic cinnamon roll flavors with the ease of making pancakes.
Ingredients:
For the Pancakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Pour the mixture into a small zip-top bag and set aside. This will be used to swirl the pancakes.
- Make the Pancake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are okay.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Let the pancake cook until bubbles start to form on the surface.
- Add the Cinnamon Swirl: Once the bubbles appear, cut a small corner of the zip-top bag with the cinnamon mixture and pipe a spiral onto the surface of each pancake. Start from the center and work your way out. Flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
- Make the Cream Cheese Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
- Serve: Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with the cream cheese glaze. Enjoy these warm, delicious Cinnamon Bun Pancakes with your favorite breakfast beverage.
These pancakes bring a hint of nostalgia with every bite, offering the gooey, sweet, and spicy goodness of cinnamon buns with the fluffiness of pancakes!
