Description
If you’re a fan of warm, comforting flavors, these Cinnamon Brown Sugar Pancakes will become your new breakfast favorite. They’re light, fluffy, and infused with cozy cinnamon spice and rich brown sugar sweetness. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special treat on any morning, they taste like a cinnamon roll in pancake form.
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Ingredients
For the Pancakes:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
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2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp salt
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1 large egg
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¾ cup milk (any kind)
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2 tbsp melted butter or oil
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
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¼ tsp nutmeg
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2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts
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¼ cup mini chocolate chips
For Topping:
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Maple syrup or honey
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Butter
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Powdered sugar
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Cinnamon glaze (powdered sugar + milk + cinnamon)
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
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Add nutmeg if using.
Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients
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In another bowl, beat the egg with milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
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Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir just until combined.
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Let batter sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
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Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
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Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.
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Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges begin to set (2–3 minutes).
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Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
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Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter.
Step 4: Serve Warm
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Stack pancakes and top with butter and a drizzle of maple syrup.
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For extra sweetness, sprinkle powdered sugar or drizzle with cinnamon glaze.
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Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
Don’t Overmix – A few lumps in the batter help make fluffy pancakes.
Use Fresh Brown Sugar – Moist brown sugar blends better and tastes richer.
Control the Heat – Medium heat cooks pancakes evenly without burning.
Let Batter Rest – Resting improves texture and rise.
Double the Recipe – These freeze well and are perfect for busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American