For the Bavarian cream:

In a medium saucepan mix together the lemon zest, sugar, flour, and salt.

Gradually whisk in the whole milk, half and half, and egg yolks.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the custard begins to thicken.

Remove the pot from the heat and whisk in the butter, vanilla, and lemon extract. Continue to whisk until the butter is melted and well incorporated into the custard.

Carefully remove the lemon peel and discard.

Spoon the mixture into a mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap.

Cool completely.

Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Don’t over whip the cream or you’ll have butter.

Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon custard.

Store in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

For the pancakes:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until pale yellow.

Add the flour and mix until barely combined. You should see streaks of flour in the batter.

Slowly whisk in the milk and buttermilk until combined.  Don’t be concerned if the batter still has lumps.  This is normal.  Don’t overmix the batter.

Heat a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium heat until very hot.  This is important.  Make sure the pan is very hot before adding the batter.

Add a pat of butter to the pan and allow to melt.  Swirl the butter to grease the entire pan.

Pour about a ½ cup of the batter into the pan and swirl the pan to allow the batter to cover the bottom of the pan.

Allow the pancake to cook and bubble along the edges.  Continue cooking until the middle is no longer shiny.

Flip the pancake onto a plate.

Continue with the remainder of the batter, using a pat of butter to fry each one.

To serve:

Spread a thin layer of Bavarian cream onto the pancake. Don’t spread the cream on too thick or the pancake won’t fold nicely.

Fold the pancake into fourths.  

Serve topped with fresh blueberries and a dollop of Bavarian cream.  

Garnish with lemon zest and fresh mint, if desired.