Description
Delicious pancakes that combine the rich flavors of cheesecake and fresh strawberries, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, cut in half
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened, divided
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Homemade or store-bought whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Topping: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and the mixture thickens. Mash the berries for a smoother sauce. Set aside and keep warm.
- Make the Cheesecake Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat 4 ounces of cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in buttermilk, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in remaining cream cheese cut into small cubes. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Keep warm in a low-temperature oven.
- Assemble and Serve: Stack pancakes on a plate, layer with whipped cream, and spoon the warm strawberry topping over. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pancakes, strawberry, breakfast, cheesecake, brunch