Cinnamon Sugar Pancakes

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1First, add one egg to a bowl.
  2. 2Next, add 1 and 1/4 cups of milk and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
  3. 3Then, add 1 and 1/2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 tablespoon of sugar to the bowl.
  4. 4Whisk the ingredients together to create the pancake batter.
  5. 5For the cinnamon sugar, combine 4 tablespoons of softened butter, 1/4 cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of the pancake batter in a separate bowl.
  6. 6Mix the cinnamon sugar ingredients until well combined.
  7. 7For the icing, combine 2 cups of powdered sugar and about 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of milk in a bowl.
  8. 8Heat a pan on the stove and cover the pan with butter.
  9. 9Once the butter is bubbling, add the pancake batter to the pan.
  10. 10Cover the pancakes with a lid and cook until you see bubbles.
  11. 11Once bubbles appear, add the cinnamon sugar mixture in a swirl pattern on top of the pancakes.
  12. 12Cover the pan with a lid again and let it steam for about 4 to 5 minutes.
  13. 13Remove the pancakes from the pan and add the prepared icing on top.
  14. 14Enjoy your cinnamon sugar pancakes.

Ingredients

  • 1 Egg
  • 1.25 cup Milk
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1.5 cup Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 4 tablespoons Softened butter
  • 0.25 cup Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon Pancake batter
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 1.5 tablespoon Milk

Equipment

BowlWhiskSpoonPanLid

Tips

  • Let the pancakes steam for 4-5 minutes after adding the cinnamon sugar and covering with a lid to ensure they are cooked through and the cinnamon sugar melts nicely.
  • Allowing the butter to crust up around the pancakes in the pan creates a delicious crunch.
  • Be careful not to burn the pancakes while cooking; monitor them closely after adding the cinnamon sugar and steaming.
  • If you want a thicker icing, use less milk; for a thinner icing, add a little more milk until desired consistency is reached.
  • Use a piping bag or a spoon to create the cinnamon roll swirl effect on the pancakes for an appealing presentation.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately after cooking with the warm icing for the best experience.
  • Adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar in the cinnamon sugar mixture to your personal taste.
  • Ensure your butter is softened for the cinnamon sugar mixture to combine easily with other ingredients.
  • When pouring the batter, try to make uniform sizes for even cooking.
  • The bubbles in the pancake batter indicate it's ready for the cinnamon sugar and for covering with a lid for steaming.
  • Don't overmix the pancake batter; a few lumps are fine and contribute to fluffiness.
  • If you don't have a lid, you can use a plate that fits snugly over the pan to create the steaming effect.
  • To prevent burning, cook the pancakes on medium-low heat.