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Baked Strawberry Pancake with Vanilla Mascarpone

Different from traditional pancakes, this pancake gets baked in a large pan until puffed and golden. It is a fun dish to share with a couple of people. Grab a fork and dig in!

Ingredients

For the whipped vanilla mascarpone

  • ¾ cup mascarpone or crème fraîche
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla paste or extract
  • 2 tbsps cold maple syrup

For the pancake

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups prepared Old-Fashioned Pancake Batter
  • 1 cup quartered strawberries, divided

For garnish

  • Powdered Sugar
  • Strawberry jam (optional)
  • Edible flowers (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Make the whipped vanilla mascarpone: In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the mascarpone, cream, vanilla, and maple syrup until firm peaks form.
  • Make the pancake: Heat a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the butter and batter to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles begin to form on the surface.
  • Add half of the strawberries, then transfer the skillet to the oven.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through when tested with a skewer.
  • To serve, top with the whipped mascarpone, the reserved strawberries, powdered sugar, and strawberry jam and edible flowers, if using.