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One-Pan Cinnamon Roll Pancakes (Best Skillet Method)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

Pancake Batter

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup Vitauthority Whey Protein optional for protein boost
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1¼ cups milk or buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Swirl

  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Vanilla Glaze

  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 –2 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • True pancake texture — soft, fluffy, and tender
  • Gooey cinnamon swirl that stays molten instead of fully baking through
  • Better moisture retention than oven baking
  • Golden bottom with a soft top, not dry or cakey
  • Faster cooking time with more control
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix just until combined — do not overmix.
  • Lightly grease a large non-stick skillet and place over low-medium heat.
  • Pour all the batter into the skillet and gently spread into an even layer.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Spoon over the batter.
  • Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter.
  • Cover the skillet and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the top is set and the bottom is golden.
  • Remove from heat and drizzle with vanilla glaze while warm.
  • Slice and serve immediately.