Top 5 Cinnamon Roll Pancakes — let’s be real, breakfast is already the best meal of the day. But when you combine fluffy pancakes with the ooey-gooey magic of cinnamon rolls? That’s not just breakfast, that’s straight-up happiness stacked on a plate

I mean, why choose between pancakes and cinnamon rolls when you can have both? It’s like choosing between Netflix and snacks… you don’t. You take both. And trust me, these recipes deliver.

Today we’re diving into the Top 5 Cinnamon Roll Pancakes that are perfect for lazy Sundays, brunch flexes, or when you just want to treat yourself (which, IMO, should be every day). Get your spatula ready—we’re about to turn your kitchen into the coziest diner on earth.

1. Classic Swirled Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Why It’s Awesome:

This is the one that started the obsession. Soft pancakes with buttery cinnamon-sugar swirls that caramelize as they cook. Oh, and did I mention cream cheese glaze? Yeah. Breakfast heaven.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter

For the cinnamon swirl:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp cinnamon

For the glaze:

• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Mix dry pancake ingredients in one bowl, wet in another. Combine gently.
• Whisk together swirl ingredients. Place in a piping bag or zip-top bag.
• Cook pancakes on a greased skillet. As they bubble, pipe a swirl on top.
• Flip carefully (the swirl will caramelize beautifully).
• Whisk glaze and drizzle over warm stacks.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s basically dessert disguised as breakfast. And once you see that cinnamon sugar swirl melt into the pancake, you’ll never go back to plain flapjacks.

2. Apple Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Why It’s Awesome:

Think fall mornings, cozy sweaters, and a pancake that tastes like apple pie met a cinnamon roll. Fresh apples make these pancakes juicy, tangy, and extra special.

Ingredients

• 1 cup pancake mix (yes, you can cheat here)
• 1/2 cup chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg

Optional topping:

• Warm apple compote or apple pie filling

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix pancake batter and fold in apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
2. Cook on a nonstick skillet until golden.
3. Top with apple compote (or pie filling if you’re in a hurry).
4. Add whipped cream or glaze for full “wow” factor.

Why You’ll Love It

This one tastes like fall in every bite. Seriously, light a candle and eat this by the window—you’ll feel like you’re in a Hallmark movie.

3. Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Why It’s Awesome:
PSA: Pumpkin spice isn’t just for lattes. These pancakes are cozy, spicy, and perfect for autumn—or honestly, whenever you want that warm hug in food form.

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter

For the cinnamon swirl:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Mix pancake batter with pumpkin puree and spices.
• Cook pancakes as usual, swirling in the cinnamon mix.
• Drizzle with cream cheese glaze or maple syrup.

Why You’ll Love It

It’s pumpkin pie + cinnamon roll + pancake. Honestly, it should come with a warning label: “Highly addictive.”

4. Chocolate Chip Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

Why It’s Awesome:

Because sometimes life calls for chocolate. These are rich, gooey, and basically what would happen if a cinnamon roll and a chocolate chip cookie had a pancake baby.

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips

For swirl:

• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Make chocolate pancake batter.
• Fold in chocolate chips.
• Cook pancakes and swirl with cinnamon sugar mix.
• Top with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle if you’re feeling extra.

Why You’ll Love It

Chocolate for breakfast? Yes, please. This stack is indulgent without apology—and sometimes that’s exactly what mornings need.

5. Mini Cinnamon Roll Pancake Bites

Why It’s Awesome:

Pancakes, but make them bite-sized. Perfect for kids, brunch parties, or anyone who loves dipping things in glaze (aka everyone).

Ingredients

• 1 cup pancake mix
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp butter, melted

For dipping glaze:

• 1/4 cup cream cheese
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Mix pancake batter and scoop into mini muffin tin.
• Stir together cinnamon sugar mix and swirl a little into each.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes.
• Whisk glaze and serve as a dip.

Why You’ll Love It

They’re fun, shareable, and ridiculously poppable. Warning: you’ll eat 10 before you realize it.

More Recipes:

• Avocado Toast with Feta and Cherry Tomatoes
• Creamy Mushroom Toast Recipe
• Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy

Final Thoughts

And there you have it—the Top 5 Cinnamon Roll Pancakes that’ll make every breakfast feel like a celebration. Whether you go classic, fruity, pumpkin-spiced, chocolatey, or bite-sized, each one is a love letter to mornings.

So next time you’re craving pancakes, skip the boring stuff and whip up one of these cinnamon roll masterpieces. Just don’t blame me if you end up eating them for lunch… and dinner. 😉