Imagine waking up to the most heavenly aroma of warm cinnamon and sweet maple, transforming your ordinary breakfast into a culinary masterpiece! These Cinnamon Bun Pancakes are not just a meal, they're an experience that combines the comforting swirl of a classic cinnamon bun with the fluffy perfection of pancakes. Get ready to revolutionize your morning routine with a recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds and make your family beg for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well blended.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some small lumps are okay.
- Prepare a non-stick skillet or griddle by heating it over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or cooking spray.
- For the cinnamon swirl, mix the brown sugar with an additional 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Transfer this mixture to a squeeze bottle or piping bag.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the heated skillet for each pancake. While the first side is cooking, quickly drizzle the cinnamon-sugar mixture in a swirl pattern on top of the wet batter.
- Cook the pancake until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look dry, approximately 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancake and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- For the maple butter icing, beat the softened cream cheese with maple syrup in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Once all pancakes are cooked, stack them on plates and drizzle generously with the maple butter icing.
- Serve warm and enjoy the delicious cinnamon bun-inspired pancakes immediately.
Tips
- Use a squeeze bottle or piping bag for the cinnamon swirl to create beautiful, consistent patterns on your pancakes.
- Don't overmix the batter - a few small lumps will ensure tender, fluffy pancakes.
- Cook on medium heat to prevent burning and achieve that perfect golden-brown color.
- For extra richness, use whole milk instead of low-fat milk.
- Ensure your cream cheese is truly softened for a smooth, lump-free icing.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature.
- For a make-ahead option, you can prepare the batter and cinnamon swirl mixture the night before.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 70mg
