Description

Indulge in a sweet start to your day with these delightful Chocolate Pancakes! Bursting with rich cocoa flavor and studded with melty chocolate chips, this recipe is perfect for breakfast or brunch any day of the week. Whether you’re treating yourself or hosting friends and family, these pancakes promise to satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings. Top them with a decadent chocolate ganache for an extra twist of indulgence that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-processed)
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
⅓ cup granulated sugar
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil (or melted butter)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup chocolate chips or chunks
For the ganache: 140 g bittersweet or semisweet chocolate and ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until combined, then add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla.
Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix gently until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
To make ganache, combine chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl, melting in increments until smooth.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; pour about ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form; flip and cook until golden brown.
Serve warm pancakes drizzled with chocolate ganache.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 230
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Avoid over-mixing the batter for fluffy pancakes. Experiment by adding fruits like bananas or nuts for added texture. For a healthier twist, substitute whole wheat flour and reduce sugar.