Start any weekend or holiday morning the right way by whipping up some scrumptious Cinnamon Pancakes.
If you want to start your morning the right way, it never hurts to start with some fluffy pancakes. If you want to do something special on a weekend morning or on a holiday when the whole family is together, these cinnamon pancakes are ideal. In fact, the prep time and cook time are both so short that you could quickly whip them up on any day of the week.
The ingredients are all items that you can easily find in the kitchen, so there is no need to make a special trip to the store. There is also no cooking expertise needed. All you need to do is mix the ingredients, put the batter on the skillet, and know the right time to flip. In fact, these pancakes are not just great for a family breakfast, but they can also be a great way to introduce kids to the art of cooking; they’re really that simple.
In this recipe, cinnamon is the operative word. If you play your cards right, the pancakes should resemble a cinnamon roll in terms of their flavor. At the same time, feel free to personalize the recipe with your own toppings. We recommend a little cinnamon syrup, but you can use any type of syrup or fruit you prefer.
Are These Cinnamon Pancakes Healthy?
While I’d hesitate to call pancakes a health food, this recipe uses ingredients that are a more wholesome take on a classic pancake recipe. That’s why you’ll find whole-wheat flour, almond milk, and coconut sugar, all of which have their beneficial qualities. That said, they are still a food meant to be enjoyed in moderation.
Keeping Things Simple
For a recipe like this, the last thing you want to do is overthink or overdo anything. Even if you love cinnamon, don’t add any extra because the recipe is already well-balanced. However, feel free to leave a little bit of the cinnamon swirl visible rather than mixing it into the batter. This will help make the pancake look like real cinnamon rolls and not just taste like them.
Another common mistake to avoid is overmixing the batter. It’s okay to have a few lumps still there, so don’t worry about making it completely smooth. Some leftover lumps and bubbles in the batter will help to keep the pancakes fluffy when they cook, which is exactly what you want.
How Do I Store Leftovers?
If you somehow cooked too many pancakes, wait for them to cool, wrap them in plastic wrap or a zip-top bag, and keep them in the refrigerator. They should be fine to eat for 4-5 days. When you’re ready to warm them up, just microwave them for 20-30 seconds. You can also stack them with wax paper between each layer and freeze the leftover pancakes for up to 6 months.
Serving Suggestions
There are so many things that go well with pancakes, including cinnamon pancakes. If you want a little crunch, try adding some pecans or almonds to the recipe. Fruits like bananas or blueberries go well with these pancakes, as would an apple-cinnamon topping if you want to double down on the cinnamon flavor. I’m also a big fan of dolloping Greek yogurt on top of them.
If your cinnamon pancakes are part of a bigger breakfast, there are plenty of options for side dishes. Unless you’re in a house of vegetarians, you can’t go wrong with some easy Microwave Bacon. You could also whip up some Soft Scrambled Eggs or Hash Browns at the same time as your pancakes.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups almond milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (you can also use coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole-wheat flour, baking powder, coconut sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, and pour in the almond milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix if you like your pancakes fluffy.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Grease with a bit of butter or coconut oil. For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet.
- Flip the pancake when you see bubbles forming on the surface and the edges start to set. It typically takes about 2-3 minutes. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve the pancakes hot, stacked high.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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