Cinnamon Pancakes with Cream Cheese Cinnamon Cream
VegetarianUnder 30 MinsStovetopBreakfast • BrunchComfort Food
Easy
20min
650kcal
2people
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Incredibly fluffy, cinnamon-packed pancakes topped with a rich, tangy, and sweet cinnamon cream cheese glaze.
If you are looking for the ultimate weekend breakfast or a special morning treat, these Cinnamon Pancakes with Cream Cheese Cinnamon Cream are exactly what you need. Imagine the comforting, nostalgic flavor of a freshly baked cinnamon roll, but effortlessly transformed into a towering stack of impossibly fluffy pancakes. We all know that the absolute best part of a cinnamon roll is the rich, tangy frosting, and that is exactly why this recipe features a decadent cream cheese cinnamon cream that slowly melts over the warm pancakes. Making these Cinnamon Pancakes with Cream Cheese Cinnamon Cream is incredibly simple and perfectly utilizes your fresh dairy ingredients like milk, butter, and that beautiful cream cheese waiting in your fridge. The secret to ensuring these pancakes are wonderfully fluffy is to avoid overmixing the batter—leaving a few lumps in the bowl guarantees a perfectly tender crumb. Meanwhile, packing the dry ingredients with a generous amount of warm spice and brown sugar creates a beautiful caramelized edge as they cook in the pan. Whether you are treating yourself to a cozy morning in or cooking for someone special, these Cinnamon Pancakes with Cream Cheese Cinnamon Cream will make your kitchen smell like an artisanal bakery. The tangy bite of the cream cheese topping perfectly balances the sweet, earthy spice of the cinnamon, making every single bite dangerously delicious. Don't forget to let your cream cheese soften at room temperature before whipping up the cream, as this guarantees a silky, lump-free topping that spreads effortlessly. Get your skillet ready, because this is going to be your new favorite morning ritual!
Ingredients
- 120 g White Flour (about 1 cup)
- 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 tbsp Cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
- 240 ml Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 115 g Cream Cheese (about ½ cup)
- 3 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Cinnamon (For Cream)
- 2 tbsp Milk (For Cream)
Instructions
- 1Step 1: First, make the cream cheese topping. In a small bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (for cream), and 2 tablespoons of milk (for cream) until completely smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- 2Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the white flour, brown sugar, baking powder, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 3Step 3: Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stove.
- 4Step 4: Pour the milk, egg, and melted butter into the dry ingredients. Use a spoon to gently mix just until combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are totally fine and help keep the pancakes fluffy!
- 5Step 5: Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with a little extra butter or vegetable oil.
- 6Step 6: Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan for each pancake. Cook until you see bubbles forming on the top and the edges look set (about 2-3 minutes).
- 7Step 7: Flip the pancakes and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 8Step 8: Stack the hot pancakes on a plate and generously spoon the prepared cinnamon cream cheese topping all over them. Enjoy immediately!
Chef's Tips
- •Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing, otherwise your topping might be lumpy.
- •If your cream cheese topping is too thick, stir in an extra splash of milk until it reaches your desired consistency.
- •Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel between batches if you notice the butter starting to burn.
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