Lavender-Chocolate Chunk Pancakes with Crème Frâiche

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 teaspoons lemon zest (optional)
• 1/2 cup crème fraiche
• Good quality maple syrup (optional)
• 1/4 tablespoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 4 ounces high quality dark chocolate or chocolate chips
• 2-4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoon dried lavender (to taste)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk