Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Healthy Fact of the Day

Cinnamon has been shown to help regulate blood sugar levels and contains antioxidants, making these indulgent pancakes slightly more nutritious than standard sweet breakfast options.
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Recipe by Daily Disher

These Cinnamon Roll Pancakes combine the best of both breakfast worlds with fluffy pancakes swirled with buttery cinnamon sugar and drizzled with sweet icing for a show-stopping morning treat.

Course: BrunchCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

450

kcal

35

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

    • 1 tablespoon baking powder

    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

    • 1 cup milk

    • 1 large egg

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

    • 1/4 cup butter

    • 1/4 cup brown sugar

    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

    • 2 tablespoons milk

    Directions

    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
    • In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, and vegetable oil until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
    • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, without overmixing.
    • Melt the butter in a small saucepan, then add the brown sugar and cinnamon, stirring until smooth.
    • Transfer the cinnamon mixture to a piping bag or plastic bag with a small cut in one corner.
    • Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or additional butter.
    • Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake, allowing space between each one.
    • Using the piping bag, swirl some cinnamon mixture on each pancake, creating a swirl pattern as you cook.
    • Cook pancakes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another minute until golden brown.
    • To make the icing, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth and slightly thick.
    • Drizzle the prepared icing over warm pancakes before serving to add sweetness and flavor.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 450kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    Why choose between pancakes and cinnamon rolls when you can have both? These Cinnamon Roll Pancakes bring together two breakfast favorites in one impressive dish that’s surprisingly easy to master. The swirled cinnamon filling creates beautiful patterns as it caramelizes on the griddle, while the sweet glaze drizzled on top adds that signature cinnamon roll finish. They’re perfect for lazy weekend mornings, special occasions, or anytime you want to create a breakfast that feels extra special.

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