Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
• 1.25 cups Milk (whole or 2% works best)
• 1 large Egg (room temperature)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted; plus extra for Butter Box)
• 4 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cup Powdered Sugar (sifted)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Combine Dry Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

   In a separate bowl combine the milk, egg, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT3M

3. Form the Pancake Batter

   Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are okay.

   Time: PT2M

4. Preheat the Skillet

   Place the skillet over medium heat (about 350°F) and let it warm for 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Butter the Pan with the Butter Box

   Load a small piece of softened butter into the Butter Box and spread a thin, even layer over the hot skillet surface.

   Time: PT1M

6. Cook Pancakes – First Side

   Pour ¼‑cup of batter onto the skillet. Using the back of a spoon, gently swirl a small amount of extra cinnamon (optional) into the batter to create a marbled effect. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

7. Flip and Finish Pancakes

   Flip the pancake with a spatula and cook the other side until golden brown, another 1‑2 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm while you repeat the process.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

8. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting

   While the pancakes finish cooking, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together in a clean bowl until smooth and spreadable.

   Time: PT5M

9. Serve

   Stack the warm pancakes, drizzle or spread the cream cheese frosting over the top, and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

320

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

1 g