Imagine waking up to the delightful aroma of sweet cinnamon swirling through your kitchen. These Easy Fluffy Cinnamon Roll Pancakes bring together the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls and the airy texture of fluffy pancakes, perfect for a cozy weekend brunch.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
2 cups buttermilk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Optional: Add a pinch of nutmeg for an extra layer of warmth
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: A dash of maple extract for a deeper flavor profile
Whipped cream
Fresh berries
Chopped nuts
Powdered sugar
Maple syrup for a traditional touch
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to create the cinnamon swirl. Transfer to a squeeze bottle or piping bag.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with butter. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
As the pancake begins to set, swirl the cinnamon mixture onto the surface of the pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form and edges look dry.
Carefully flip the pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
For the cinnamon syrup, combine sugar, water, and cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, then remove from heat and add vanilla extract. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
