Fluffy Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes (Printable View)

Light, airy pancakes with creamy cheesecake swirl and juicy strawberry topping for a delightful breakfast.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pancake Batter

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/4 tsp salt
06 - 1 cup buttermilk
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Cheesecake Swirl

10 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
11 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
12 - 1 egg yolk
13 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Strawberry Topping

14 - 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
15 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
16 - 1 tsp lemon juice

→ For Cooking

17 - Butter or oil, for greasing the pan

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until strawberries release juice and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
02 - Beat softened cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
03 - Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
04 - Whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in a separate bowl. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. A few lumps are acceptable.
05 - Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
06 - Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Dollop a heaping teaspoon of cheesecake mixture onto the surface, then swirl gently with the tip of a knife or skewer.
07 - Cook pancakes for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
08 - Repeat with remaining batter and cheesecake swirl, greasing the skillet as needed. Serve warm topped with strawberry sauce and extra fresh strawberries if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between fluffy pancake and creamy cheesecake center creates the most incredible texture
  • Fresh strawberry sauce brings a bright tartness that cuts through the richness perfectly
  • They look fancy but come together in just 35 minutes, making any weekend feel like a celebration
02 -
  • The cheesecake swirl must be at room temperature or it will seize up when it hits the hot pancake batter
  • Resist the urge to press down on the pancakes with your spatula or they will lose their fluffy texture
  • Keep the finished pancakes warm in a 200°F oven while you finish cooking the batch
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients create the most tender and evenly cooked pancakes
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking for even fluffier results

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