Cinnamon Roll Pancake Bake (Print Version)

A fluffy pancake bake with a rich cinnamon swirl and creamy glaze, perfect for brunch or special occasions.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Swirl

10 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
11 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
12 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

→ Cream Cheese Glaze

13 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
14 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons milk
16 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until blended.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Evenly pour the pancake batter into the prepared baking dish.
06 - Combine melted butter, light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Drizzle and swirl this mixture over the batter using a spoon.
07 - Bake for 28 to 32 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
08 - While baking, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and pourable.
09 - Remove the dish from the oven and allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Combines fluffy pancakes and sweet cinnamon swirl
  • Perfect for brunch or special occasions
02 -
  • For a nutty twist add chopped pecans to the cinnamon swirl
  • Substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier option
03 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy
  • Let the bake cool slightly before glazing to prevent melting
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