Cinnamon Roll Pancake Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cinnamon Swirl

01 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
03 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

→ Pancakes

04 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
05 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
10 - 1 large egg
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cream Cheese Icing

13 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
14 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
15 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
16 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
17 - 2-3 tablespoons milk, as needed

# Instructions:

01 - Whisk the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl until well blended. Transfer the mixture to a piping bag or ziplock bag and set aside.
02 - In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. A few lumps are acceptable. Set aside.
03 - In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Slowly add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is thick and lump-free. Add the milk as needed to reach the desired consistency.
04 - Warm a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter. Pour 1/4 cup portions of pancake batter into the skillet. Cut the tip of the piping bag and pipe a thin cinnamon swirl onto each pancake. When bubbles form on the surface, flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter.
05 - Serve the warm pancakes with a drizzle of cream cheese icing. Enjoy!