Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Ingredients

Butter

2 tablespoons, for greasing and drizzling

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Powdered sugar

1/2 cup

Cream cheese

1/2 cup, softened

Brown sugar

1/4 cup

Cinnamon

1 tablespoon

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Egg

1 large

Milk

1 cup

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Baking powder

2 teaspoons

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
2. In another bowl, beat together the milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as it can result in tough pancakes.
4. In a small bowl, create your cinnamon swirl by mixing the cinnamon and brown sugar.
5. In another bowl, prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and smooth.
6. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with a little butter or oil.
7. Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet. Immediately sprinkle a spoonful of the cinnamon-sugar mixture onto each pancake and lightly swirl it into the batter using a toothpick or skewer.
8. Cook the pancakes for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they're golden brown and the batter is fully cooked.
9. Serve your pancakes warm, topped with a generous dollop of cream cheese frosting and a drizzle of melted butter. Enjoy this treat as a delightful start to your day or a sweet brunch indulgence.