Description

These Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes are a delightful twist on the classic pancake, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon and creamy glaze to mimic a cinnamon roll in pancake form. Made with oat and gluten-free flours, they’re vegan-friendly, refined sugar free, and perfect for a wholesome breakfast or meal prep option. Fluffy and flavorful, these pancakes are swirled with a cinnamon almond butter mixture and topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Pancakes

1 egg
1/4 cup apple sauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2/3 cup milk of choice (almond milk used)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup oat flour
3/4 cup gluten free all purpose baking flour (can substitute regular flour)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Cinnamon Swirl

2 tablespoons almond butter
2-3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to desired consistency)
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

Glaze

4 ounces room temperature plain cream cheese (dairy free or regular)
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, whisk together almond butter, maple syrup, and cinnamon until smooth. Adjust the amount of maple syrup to achieve a swirliable consistency, making it easy to drizzle onto the pancakes.
Mix Wet Ingredients for Pancakes: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the egg, apple sauce, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Sift or whisk together oat flour, gluten free all-purpose baking flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until a smooth batter forms.
Heat the Skillet: Place a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and allow it to warm up thoroughly before cooking.
Cook Pancakes: Using a 1/4 or 1/3 cup measure, pour batter onto the skillet and gently smooth out the top. Then, drizzle the prepared cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter, creating artistic swirls.
First Side Cooking: Cook the pancakes for approximately 2 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set.
Flip and Finish Cooking: Carefully flip the pancakes and cook the other side for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Repeat and Cool: Transfer cooked pancakes to a wire rack to cool slightly while cooking the remaining batter. This recipe yields about 6 small to medium pancakes.
Prepare the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together room temperature cream cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the warm pancakes and enjoy the comforting flavors of cinnamon swirl pancakes!

Notes

These pancakes mimic the flavor of cinnamon rolls without the extensive preparation.
Made in one bowl, streamlining the process and saving time.
Gluten-free and vegan-friendly when using appropriate ingredients.
Refined sugar free, relying on natural sweeteners like maple syrup and powdered sugar.
Ideal for meal prep and a perfect breakfast treat.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 pancakes
Calories: 404 kcal
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 56 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg