Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe

Fluffy cinnamon pancakes is an easy-to-make homemade pancake recipe that the whole family will love. Loaded with cinnamon chips and topped with a cinnamon sugar topping, these sweet pancakes are always a hit with my family, and I am positive they will be with your family, too.

Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe

Pancakes are a big deal in our house. Of course, we love the basic homemade pancake recipe, but one of our favorite things is finding ways to make the basic pancake recipe even better. 

Loaded with cinnamon flavor, these cinnamon buttermilk pancakes are so easy to make and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or stocking the freezer for easy-in-the-morning breakfasts.

The fluffy texture and the cinnamon taste make this pancake recipe irresistible. Serve with your favorite breakfast sides for a full breakfast for dinner meal. 

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Tips for Making Homemade Pancakes

• Flip pancakes gently and look for bubbles to form before flipping them.
• Cook on low heat for fluffy, golden brown evenly cooked pancakes.
• Keep them small. Make smaller pancakes for easier flipping. They’ll cook faster and be less likely to fall apart.
• The consistency of the batter should be chunky. You do not want overly smooth pancake mix as it will not cook right in the pan.
• Use a 1/3 cup measure to make evenly-sized pancakes.
• Make sure your baking powder is not expired or your pancakes will not rise as much.
• Flip the pancakes when you see tiny holes appearing on the surface.
• Grease your skillet with butter for each new batch of pancakes, or they will be too dry and burn.
• Let the pancake batter sit for 10 minutes. You will have fluffier pancakes if the batter sits for 10 minutes after mixing it. 
• If your pancakes are taking longer than about 90 seconds to cook on each side, increase your temperature slightly or your pancakes will be overcooked. 
• If your pancakes are taking less than 90 seconds a side to turn golden brown, decrease your temperature a little or you’ll get a raw middle. 

How to Serve Cinnamon Chip Pancakes

Cinnamon Sugar topping. In a small bowl add ¼ cup powdered sugar and 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon and stir well to combine. Sprinkle on top of the pancakes before serving. 

Top with fruit. Bananas, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries are all great fruit options for putting on top of your pancakes. 

Add nuts. Sprinkle nuts on top of the pancakes before putting on the maple syrup. Walnuts and pecans pair perfectly with this pancake recipe.

What to Serve with Pancakes

Pancakes are a versatile breakfast staple that can be complemented with a variety of sides and toppings. Here are some delicious options to serve with pancakes:

• Eggs. Scrambled, fried, or poached eggs are all great options.
• Bacon
• Sausage
• Hash browns  
• home fries
• Fresh Fruit Salad

How to Store Homemade Pancakes

1. If you have leftovers when making pancakes they are great to store to enjoy later. Let the pancakes cool to room temperature before storing. Storing them while warm can cause condensation, making them soggy. 
2. Once the pancakes are cooled place them in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag, if using a zip close bag, remove as much air as possible from the bag before sealing. 
3. Store the pancakes in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days.

Reheating Stored Pancakes

• Microwave: Place the pancakes on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until heated through.
• Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Heat for about 10 minutes.

How to Freeze Homemade Pancakes

1. Let the pancakes cool to room temperature. Place the pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for about an hour. 
2. Place the pancakes in a freezer-safe airtight container or resealable freezer bags, and remove as much air as possible from the bag to prevent freezer burn. 
3. Label the container or freezer bag with the date and the number of pancakes. Store the pancakes in the freezer. 
4. They will last for up to 3 months when stored in the freezer.

Reheating Frozen Pancakes

• Microwave: Place a pancake on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave for 30-60 seconds until heated through.
• Toaster: Place frozen pancakes directly into the toaster and toast on a medium setting until warm and slightly crispy.
• Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place the pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet and cover with foil. Heat for about 10-15 minutes.

Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe Ingredients 

• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup cinnamon chips, divided
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk, room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Powdered Sugar Topping

• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

How to Make Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, cinnamon, and 2/3 cup of the cinnamon chips. 

Whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract in a liquid measuring cup or small mixing bowl, then add in the melted butter and mix well.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined or until a few dry streaks and small lumps remain. Do not over-mix the pancake batter. 

Heat a griddle or a skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. 

Use a 1/4 or 1/3 cup measuring cup to dollop the batter onto the griddle or skillet. 

Sprinkle a few remaining cinnamon chips over the top and cook until the bubbles in the middle of the pancake start to pop and the bottom is a nice golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook until both sides are golden brown. 

Continue cooking and making pancakes using the remaining batter until all of the pancakes are made. 

Once the pancakes are done being cooked, in a small bowl add the powdered sugar and cinnamon and mix until well combined.

Stack the pancakes, drizzle with real maple syrup (if desired), and dust with a generous amount of cinnamon powdered sugar.

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Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Servings 8 pancakes

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Fluffy cinnamon pancakes is an easy-to-make homemade pancake recipe that the whole family will love. Loaded with cinnamon chips and topped with a cinnamon sugar topping, these sweet pancakes are always a hit with my family, and I am positive they will be with your family, too.

Ingredients

Cinnamon Pancakes Recipe Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 cup cinnamon chips divided
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Cinnamon Powdered Sugar

• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

• In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, cinnamon, and 2/3 cup of the cinnamon chips.
• Whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract in a liquid measuring cup or small mixing bowl, then add in the melted butter and mix well.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined or until a few dry streaks and small lumps remain. Do not over-mix the pancake batter.
• Heat a griddle or a skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.
• Use a 1/4 or 1/3 cup measuring cup to dollop the batter onto the griddle or skillet.
• Sprinkle a few remaining cinnamon chips over the top and cook until the bubbles in the middle of the pancake start to pop and the bottom is a nice golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Flip the pancakes and cook until both sides are golden brown.
• Continue cooking and making pancakes using the remaining batter until all of the pancakes are made.
• Once the pancakes are done being cooked, in a small bowl add the powdered sugar and cinnamon and mix until well combined.
• Stack the pancakes, drizzle with real maple syrup (if desired), and dust with a generous amount of cinnamon powdered sugar.

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 318mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

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