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Fluffy Easy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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These fluffy cinnamon roll pancakes combine the soft, tender crumb of pancakes with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl, perfect for cozy breakfasts and quick indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (about 190 grams)
  • 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 ¼ cups milk (310 ml), whole or 2%
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed (about 50 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for swirl)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (60 grams) (optional glaze)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and lightly frothy.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; batter should be slightly lumpy. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a small bowl to form a smooth paste. Transfer to a piping bag or zip-top bag.
  5. Heat skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil. Test heat by sprinkling water drops.
  6. Pour about ¼ cup batter onto skillet. Immediately pipe a spiral of cinnamon sugar starting from center outward. Use a toothpick to create swirl pattern.
  7. Cook pancakes for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look set.
  8. Flip pancakes carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  9. For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm pancakes.
  10. Serve immediately with optional glaze, butter, or syrup.

Notes

Resting the batter for 5 minutes is key for fluffy pancakes. Use medium heat to avoid burning. If cinnamon sugar mixture is too runny, the swirl won’t hold shape. Flip pancakes only once for best texture. For dairy-free or vegan versions, substitute milk and butter accordingly. Gluten-free flour can be used but texture may vary.

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