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These Chocolate Pancakes are fluffy, rich, and chocolatey—a decadent yet simple breakfast treat that pairs beautifully with berries, syrup, or whipped cream.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10 pancakes (serves 3–4)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or melted butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional mix-ins: chocolate chips, chopped nuts

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. In another bowl, beat the milk, egg, oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; small lumps are okay.
  4. Gently fold in any optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
  5. Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  6. Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until set.
  7. Stack pancakes on a plate and serve warm with desired toppings like berries, whipped cream, syrup, or extra chocolate chips.

Notes

  • Add mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate for more richness.
  • Stir in chopped hazelnuts or walnuts for a nutty flavor.
  • Use buttermilk for tangier, fluffier pancakes.
  • Make it gluten-free with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Fold in mashed bananas or serve with raspberry compote for a fruity twist.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.

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