Prepare Strawberry Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped fresh strawberries, sugar, and a splash of lemon juice. Cook for about 6–8 minutes, until softened. Mash some strawberries for texture.

Make Pancake Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until blended. Combine wet and dry ingredients and rest for 5 minutes.

Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and a splash of milk until smooth and creamy.

Cook Pancakes: Preheat skillet over medium heat, lightly grease, and pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form, about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook until golden, about 2-3 minutes.

Assemble Pancakes: Stack pancakes in groups, spread cheesecake filling between, and drizzle with warm strawberry sauce.

Serve Immediately: Best enjoyed hot, serve with bacon or fruit salad and have coffee or milk ready.