Description
These Chocolate Pancakes are thick, tender, and incredibly fluffy. Made with cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor, they’re the perfect indulgence to start your day. Add your favorite toppings for a breakfast treat that feels like dessert!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt into a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; it’s okay if there are small lumps.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Stack the pancakes on a plate and serve with syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.
Notes
- Sifting the cocoa powder and flour ensures a smooth batter.
- Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes to make the pancakes fluffier.
- For extra chocolatey pancakes, fold in chocolate chips before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: American