If you’re looking for the most epic, over-the-top breakfast treat, these Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake Pancakes are it! Stacked high with layers of fluffy pancakes, creamy vanilla frosting, crunchy Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and drizzled with caramel and vanilla sauce, this dish is the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re making it for a weekend brunch or as a dessert, this recipe will leave everyone speechless.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake Pancakes
Ingredients
Pancakes:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
Toppings:
- 2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, crushed
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- ½ cup vanilla sauce
- ½ cup cinnamon sugar (mix ¼ cup sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon)
- 2 cups whipped cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Pancake Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes while preheating a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Step 2: Cook the Pancakes
- Lightly grease the skillet with butter or non-stick spray.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and keep warm.
Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream and beat until fluffy and spreadable.
Step 4: Build the Ultimate Pancake Stack
Now comes the fun part—building the ultimate Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake Pancakes!
- Start with a pancake on a serving plate.
- Spread a layer of cheesecake filling over the pancake.
- Sprinkle crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch on top.
- Drizzle caramel and vanilla sauce generously.
- Dust with cinnamon sugar for extra flavor.
- Repeat with more layers—pancake, frosting, cereal, sauces, cinnamon sugar—until you have a massive stack.
Step 5: The Grand Finale
- Pile a mountain of whipped cream on top.
- Add more crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with even more caramel and vanilla sauce.
- Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Serve & Enjoy!
Dig into this outrageously delicious pancake stack and get ready for a flavor explosion! Perfect for brunch, dessert, or any time you need an indulgent treat.
Pro Tips for the Best Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake Pancakes
✔️ Don’t overmix the batter – Lumps are okay! Overmixing makes pancakes dense.
✔️ Let the batter rest – It helps the pancakes rise and get fluffy.
✔️ Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth cheesecake filling.
✔️ Toast the cereal for extra crunch!
These Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake Pancakes are a game-changer. Whether you’re making them for a special breakfast or just treating yourself, they are guaranteed to impress!
Who’s ready to dig in? Let me know in the comments!
