My Kodiak Cakes cinnamon roll pancakes hits that sweet spot where breakfast meets dessert. You get all the warm and spicy flavor of homemade cinnamon rolls, complete with a cinnamon swirl and creamy icing, in a recipe that’s easy to make. The Kodiak mix adds a boost of protein and fiber while still keeping every bite rich, soft, and indulgent.
🛒 Kodiak Cakes Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Ingredients
To make my cinnamon roll pancakes with Kodiak mix, you’ll need the following ingredients:
Pancake batter:
- 1 cup Kodiak Cakes Power Cakes Buttermilk Flapjack & Waffle Mix (126g)
- ¾ cup water
- Cooking oil spray
Cinnamon swirl:
- ¼ cup pancake batter (from above)
- 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons each: cinnamon, all-purpose flour
Icing:
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tablespoon milk
- ¼ tablespoon butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Kodiak Cakes is a whole grain pancake mix with added protein. I tend to stick with the classic buttermilk flavor since it works well across a wide range of recipes.
For this recipe, you’ll also need a large cast iron griddle or skillet, a spatula for flipping the pancakes, and a small food-safe baggie. For the most consistent results, it helps to weigh the Kodiak mix with a food scale instead of measuring by volume.
🥞 How to Make Kodiak Cakes Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Kodiak Cakes mix and water.
Scoop ¼ cup of the batter into a separate small bowl, then stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Transfer the cinnamon mixture to a small baggie and snip off one corner.
Lightly mist a stovetop griddle with cooking spray and heat it between medium-low and medium. Once hot, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the surface and pipe a cinnamon swirl on top. Work on one pancake at a time so the batter doesn’t set before you add the swirl.
Cook the pancakes until bubbles form (this won’t take very long), then carefully flip with a spatula and continue cooking until golden brown.
While the pancakes cook, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Use the icing right away, as it hardens quickly. If needed, thin it with a little extra milk.
Drizzle the icing on the cinnamon roll pancakes when they are finished cooking. This recipe makes four pancakes, the perfect amount for sharing.
Cinnamon Roll Pancake Tips
Short on time? Skip the icing and serve with maple syrup instead. Pancakes can take a little practice, so don’t worry if your first batch isn’t picture perfect.
How to Store Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
These pancakes are best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers without icing in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days and reheat in the microwave.
Kodiak Cakes Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Recipe
My Kodiak Cakes cinnamon roll pancakes have all the warm and spicy flavor of homemade cinnamon rolls, complete with a swirl and icing.
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 360 kcal
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the Kodiak Cakes mix and water.
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Scoop ¼ cup of the batter into a separate small bowl, then stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and flour. Transfer the cinnamon mixture to a small baggie and snip off one corner.
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Lightly mist a stovetop griddle with cooking spray and heat it between medium-low and medium. Once hot, pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the surface and pipe a cinnamon swirl on top. Work on one pancake at a time so the batter doesn’t set before you add the swirl.
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Cook the pancakes until bubbles form (this won’t take very long), then carefully flip with a spatula and continue cooking until golden brown.
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While the pancakes cook, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Use the icing right away, as it hardens quickly. If needed, thin it with a little extra milk.
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Drizzle the icing on the cinnamon roll pancakes when they are finished cooking. This recipe makes four pancakes, the perfect amount for sharing.
💭 Expert Tips from Dietitian Summer Yule
This is a level 3 recipe (weight maintenance and active lifestyles). This recipe has become my go-to when I’m craving the flavor of classic cinnamon rolls without all the work. It’s one of those once-in-a-while treats, with all the warm cinnamon sugar goodness you’d expect.
If you’d like a gluten-free option, you can use Kodiak Cakes Frontier Oat Mix in place of the Buttermilk Power Cakes mix and flour. For a vegan version, swap in the Plant Based Kodiak Cakes mix along with your favorite vegan stick butter and plant-based milk.
Nutrition information is for one serving of pancakes with the icing drizzle.
nutrition info disclaimer
All recipes on this website may or may not be appropriate for you, depending on your medical needs and personal preferences. Consult with a registered dietitian or your physician if you need help determining the dietary pattern that may be best for you.
The nutrition information is an estimate provided as a courtesy. It will differ depending on the specific brands and ingredients that you use. Calorie information on food labels may be inaccurate, so please don’t sweat the numbers too much.
“To taste” means to your preferences, which may have to be visual to follow food safety rules. Please don’t eat undercooked food x
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 69.6gProtein: 15.4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1.4gFiber: 6.5gCalcium: 28.7% DVIron: 13.5% DV
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