Breakfast got a whole lot sweeter with this strawberry cheesecake pancakes recipe. A homemade pancake topped with a cheesecake topping and sweet strawberry sauce. These pancakes are bursting with sweetness in each bite.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes on a white plate with strawberry sauce drizzled overtop

These strawberry pancakes are so good that you can serve them as a dessert or use them to decorate your brunch table.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes stacked on a plate with whipped cream a whole berry on top

Try my blueberry cream cheese pancakes and my mini pancakes. Both are outstanding, if you are looking for some new and incredible breakfast recipes.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes stacked on plate with a cut in them to show the cheesecake layers

Reasons You’ll Love This Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes Recipe…

There are three different layers of flavors, so you have an out-of-this-world, mouthwatering breakfast: fluffy pancakes, velvety cheesecake, and a strawberry glaze all in one.
Impress family and friends with a gorgeous presentation value.
This is a versatile recipe, so you can easily swap out ingredients to change up the flavors.
It’s a fun change to a classic pancake recipe that will get everyone excited to try it.
While they look exquisite, they are crazy simple to make and serve up at the breakfast table.

ingredients for Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes in single serve bowls on marble table

Ingredients Needed

Here is all you need for this breakfast recipe. You might find that you have all your items on hand between the fridge and pantry.

Flour
Sugar
Baking Powder
Egg
Milk
Vanilla
Butter
Strawberries
Lemon Juice
Cornstarch
Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Powdered Sugar
Vanilla Extract

cheesecake mixture for strawberry cheesecake pancakes in a glass bowl on marble counter

cheesecake mixture mixed up in a glass bowl on table

Variations To Recipe

Boxed Pancake Mix: Use boxed pancake mix instead of making homemade pancakes. Any brand or type of work. You could even do a protein pancake if you prefer.

Mix-Ins: Chocolate chips, diced fruit, nuts, cinnamon, etc., can all be added to the pancake mix to dress up the flavor.

Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes: Add a tablespoon of lemon zest and poppy seeds for a flavorful pancake that compliments the strawberries and cheesecake layer.

Fruit Sauce: For the fruit topping, use mixed berries, peaches, or any fruit blend you want to make. I love strawberries, but you can adjust the flavors as you wish.

Toppers: If you don’t want a fruit sauce, you can top it with fresh sliced fruit, chocolate chips, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, etc. Feel free to top the pancakes any way you want.

Lemon Curd: Instead of a fruit sauce, use lemon curd to top the cheesecake spread.

Cheesecake Flavor: To change the flavor of the cheesecake, add almond extract, mashed berries, and cocoa powder (2 tablespoons). Even a little lemon zest would brighten up the flavor.

stack of Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes on a plate with strawberry sauce on top

How to Store Pancakes

Refrigerate

If possible, you will want to store the pancakes separately from the cheesecake and the fruit sauce. If it is pre-assembled, know that it can cause the pancakes to become soggy.

Place all items in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for 1-3 days. Then, assemble and eat straight from the refrigerator. You can also warm the pancakes up before eating. The choice is yours.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes stacked on a plate showing the layers of cheesecake spread and pancakes closer

Freezing

You can also freeze the pancakes by placing them in a single layer on a baking sheet and flash freezing. You can add the cheesecake mixture and fruit on top of each pancake.

Then, place wax or parchment between each pancake to prevent sticking. Then freeze for 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge and eat.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes on a plate with a fork full of pancakes in front of plate

Tips For Making

Preheat Pan

Preheat your pan or the griddle before you add the pancake mix to the pan. One of the biggest things is having a hot surface to start. Also, grease your pan to prevent the pancake from sticking.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes stacked up on plate and topped with whipped cream and a strawberry on top, with a bowl of berries behind it on table

Texture of Batter

If your batter is too thick, add a tablespoon of liquid at a time to reach the desired consistency. Thicker batter will make thicker pancakes. A thinner batter will make a thinner and more spreadable pancake.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes on plate with some cut out and whipped cream melting off the top

Room Temperature Cream Cheese

Make sure the cream cheese is softened and at room temperature. About an hour before you mix the filling, you can sit it out on the counter to warm it. This will make it mixable so you can incorporate the other ingredients.

Fresh Berries

Reach for fresh, ripe, and plump berries. Then, discard any white parts when dicing up. Or if you can’t get your hand on fresh frozen work! Just allow them to thaw before mixing up.

What to Serve With These Pancakes

Consider pairing your pancakes with this eggs benedict casserole for a savory option next to your sweet pancakes. Or learn how easy it is to make these egg cups in the muffin tin. They are an excellent option for a nice protein-packed side. Another option is bacon; it is always tasty with pancakes.

Strawberry Cheesecake Pancakes sitting on plate on the table with sugar and flour containers in the background, a fork in the front, and strawberries

FAQs

Can I substitute almond milk for regular milk in the pancake batter?

You can easily swap the regular milk for any plant-based milk of choice, such as almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk. Feel free to use any milk you would like.