Romantic Lemon Cheesecake Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup lemon curd
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• Butter and maple syrup, for serving

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the lemon curd and cream cheese until smooth.
5. Heat a lightly greased griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
6. Spoon 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake. Cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining batter.
7. Spread a spoonful of cream cheese mixture onto each pancake and top with a dollop of additional lemon curd, if desired.
8. Serve warm with butter and maple syrup, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• These pancakes are a great way to show your special someone you care.
• Lemon curd is a sweet and tangy citrus spread made from eggs, butter, sugar, and lemon juice.
• Pancakes are a popular breakfast food in the United States, with the average American eating pancakes once a week.