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Chocolate Pancakes

Chocolate Pancakes
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Chocolate Pancakes are a quick and indulgent breakfast or dessert option featuring fluffy texture and rich cocoa flavor. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple pantry staples and can be customized with variations like vegan, gluten-free, or banana additions, delivering warm, chocolaty comfort in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional

  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar to combine and ensure even baking and puffiness.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to bring moisture and richness to the batter.
  3. Create the Batter: Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula just until combined. Some lumps are okay; overmixing can cause toughness.
  4. Add Optional Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips if using, to add gooey bursts of melty chocolate inside the pancakes.
  5. Cook the Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked through.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and better texture.
  • Do not overmix; some lumps in the batter keep pancakes tender.
  • Preheat pan properly to medium heat to avoid burning and help pancakes rise.
  • Test skillet with a small drop of batter before cooking the full batch.
  • Adjust sugar according to taste or toppings used.
  • Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the batch.

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