Cinnamon Roll Eggnog Pancakes
Hi friends!
As the holidays creep closer and closer, all I can think about is Christmas morning breakfast. It’s kind of a big deal at our house, and this year, I’m in charge! Truthfully, I’m a little nervous because my fam is SUPER picky (yes, y’all really are!). But I’m also really excited. This is totally the kind of thing I can handle being the boss of.
Especially when I have eggnog cinnamon roll pancakes as my side kick 😉
Yeah. Eggnog Cinnamon Roll PANCAKES.
Let the awesomeness sink in a bit; I’ll wait.
You back? Cool. So, let’s chat about these beauties, eh?
Where to begin…
Ok. How about the eggnog part? It plays the part milk/buttermilk normally does, and I must say it is a true star in its role. The nog adds moisture, yes. But flavor, too. Lots and lots of dreamy, creamy, dreamy flavor. Pardon the double dreamy… I just ate these pancakes like 5 minute ago so I’m kinda pancake whipped right now.
Moving on! To the cinnamon roll part, of course! I actually got the idea and inspiration to make these pancakes after I made (and fell deeply in love) with these eggnog cinnamon roll muffins. I figured, hey – if they made my life happy in muffin form, why not up the ante and transform the fabulous flavor combo into pancakes? I mean, is there a happier food out there than pancakes?
…maybe pizza. Maaaaaaaaybe! But that’s later this week 😉
After a few trial runs, I finally found the perfect recipe. One that produces a light and fluffy eggnog flavored interior while also boasting a crispy cinnamon swirled exterior just begging to be drenched in a cream cheese drizzle. I mean, BOOM!
I hope you guys are having an awesome weekend! xo
More Eggnog Recipes:
- Bakery-Style Eggnog Scones
- Eggnog Pancakes
- Salted Caramel Eggnog Cheesecake
- Overnight Eggnog French Toast
- Eggnog Frosted Gingerbread Cookies
- One-Bowl Eggnog Cupcakes
Eggnog Cinnamon Roll Pancakes – Baker by Nature
Makes about 12 pancakes
Ingredients
For the Eggnog Pancakes
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup eggnog
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons butter, melted plus butter for the pan
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Icing
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon eggnog
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions:
For the eggnog pancakes & Cinnamon Swirl
In a large bowl mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a small bowl whisk together the eggnog, eggs, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, and vanilla; add to flour mixture, whisking until smooth.
Melt 1 – 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Ladle 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake into the hot pan. Cook pancakes for 2 to 3 minutes, or until tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked. Quickly swirl with cinnamon swirl mixture, then turn and cook on the other side for another 1 – 2 minutes. Repeat procedure with remaining batter, adding additional butter to the pan when needed.
For the Cream Cheese Icing
In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter at medium-high speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Add eggnog and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners sugar and cinnamon, beating until well combined. Drizzle over pancakes.
Holy decadence! LOVE it. Christmas morning breakfast is one of my favorite things ever!
OH MAN – too many good things at once! SO DELICIOUS!
Oh my goodness. This looks craazzyy good!
Umm…yesss. SO much yes.
Wow, Ashley! I need these for breakfast soon. I just love the combination of eggnog and cinnamon. Beautiful pictures!
Holy cow! All my favorite things in one place!
Give me, give me!! Ashley these are awesome!!
I think your family is going to make you in charge of holiday breakfasts from now on!
Wow…I wanna be pancake whipped! These are off the charts…
Yes yes yes yes yes! I was just thinking about the idea of eggnog cinnamon rolls yesterday! THANK YOU for making these into pancake form, there really isn’t anything better 😉
Yes, please!
Christmas morning breakfast is my favorite. These look fantastic. You are a recipe developing genius. Pinned.
These look sinfully delicious!
I don’t even know what to do with my life anymore. It won’t be complete until I make these pancakes. Oh my gosh I can’t even think of what to type. I want all these in my face. Right now. Pinned!
Help! I’m thinking I’m dying and I’ve ended up in heaven. You are going to turn me into a pancake lover with these babies. Sweet!
not only is this recipe amazing – the food photography is brilliant! I’m loving it.
I want to get pancake whipped by these! Other than straight into my mouth, I can’t think of a better place to put eggnog than in a pancake. SO wise, so delicious!!
You crazy kid- these look so evil and amazing. I want them right now!
Oh man oh man. You know I’m coming over for breakfast, right?!
OMG. I’m not even the hugest fan of egg nog. But Ashley!! Can I come over for breakfast? Please? I’ll take the whole stack.
Yes, please, I want one giant stack of these!
Oh my goodness! Those look delicious! I love that little swirl of icing on the top! SO CUTE! Thanks for sharing! I will whip these up soon! I am sure they will put me in the holiday spirit!
Stop it! These sound perfect for Christmas morning!
I read this title quickly and thought it said eggroll pancakes and I was a bit confused. But eggnog cinnamon roll pancakes sounds MUCH better. YUM!!
I need these for Christmas breakfast, I REALLY do ; )
These pictures are making me drool! Yum!
Great information. Lucky me I found your blog by chance (stumbleupon).
I have book-marked it for later!
I love the way you put this together, I have two boy’s and I will try to make this for them .