Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes

Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes are warm and cozy, making the perfect breakfast for a cold day. Sprinkled with brown sugar and cinnamon, these pancakes have all the flavor of cinnamon rolls without any of the mess.

If you are love pancakes, try these Snicker inspired pancakes and these healthy Whole Wheat Apple Cinnamon Pancakes.

SAVE THIS RECIPE!

Enter your email below and we’ll send this recipe straight to your inbox.

Save Recipe Final

SEND IT TO ME!

Why this Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes Recipe is a Keeper

These homemade cinnamon swirl pancakes are topped with cream cheese frosting, and are decorated with a swirl of cinnamon and sugar. With gooey cinnamon and are super simple to make. If you love cinnamon rolls, here are a few reasons why you’ll love pancakes with a cinnamon sugar filling:

• 20 Minute Meal: Have these cinnamon pancakes ready in just 20 minutes.
• Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients for this cinnamon pancakes recipe can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
• Family Favorite: Everyone will love these cinnamon buns pancakes topped with a delicious cream cheese icing.

How Do I Make Fluffy Pancakes?

To make these cinnamon roll pancakes fluffier, make sure to whisk all of the lumps out of the dry ingredients. You’ll also want to make sure your pancake mix isn’t expired. If you’re making these absolutely delicious pancakes from scratch, check to see how fresh your baking powder and baking soda are.

Homemade Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe Ingredient Notes

• Pancake Mix: Use a storebought pancake mix, or make your own.
• Brown Sugar: Make the pancakes with brown sugar for a delicious warm, sweet flavor.
• Cinnamon: Use 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon. Add the cinnamon to the filling mixture.

See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.

Special Equipment Needed

• Griddle: Make the cinnamon swirl pancakes on the griddle. You can also heat a large pan.

How to Make Delicious Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Cinnamon swirl pancakes combine easy ingredients to make the perfect breakfast recipe. If you like your pancakes a little later in the day, you can make them ahead to have breakfast for dinner. Follow the steps below to learn how to make the best pancakes with cinnamon filling.

These are the basic steps for making easy cinnamon roll pancakes Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.

1. Make the Cinnamon Pancake Batter

Prepare pancake batter according to package directions. In a large microwave safe bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Set aside.

2. Make the Cinnamon Swirl Mixture Mixture

Microwave the cinnamon sugar mixture in 10 second increments until soft. Transfer the batter to a pastry bag with a medium tip, then pour the pancake batter onto a hot griddle or large skillet.

3. Cook the Pancakes

Pipe the cinnamon sugar mixture onto the batter in a swirl shape. When pancakes are lightly brown, flip with a spatula and cook on medium heat until done. Cook the pancakes until small bubbles form.

4. Make the Icing

Add powdered sugar, cream cheese, vanilla, and milk to a mixer; mix until smooth. If too thick, add more milk. Transfer to another pastry bag and squeeze onto the pancakes.

Variations and Substitutions for the Best Cinnamon Pancakes

• Waffles: Use a waffle iron to make waffles with this recipe.
• Squeeze Bottle: To make the batter with the best swirl of cinnamon, use a bottle to add a swirl and control the shape.
• Pumpkin Pancakes: Add canned pumpkin to the wet ingredients, then add a swirl of the cinnamon mixture.
• Buttermilk: Add buttermilk if you’re making these pancakes from scratch.
• Low Calorie Mix: To cut back on calories, use a low calorie pancake mix or wheat pancake mix.

Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe FAQs