fluffy chocolate pancakes
Delight in these fluffy chocolate pancakes, perfectly soft and rich with cocoa flavor — an ideal breakfast treat for chocolate lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips for extra chocolatey goodness.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
- Pour ¼ cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2–3 minutes.
- Flip and cook the other side until set and cooked through, about 1–2 minutes more.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings like syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
Notes
For extra fluffiness, separate the egg and beat the egg white until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the batter.
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