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Delicious chocolate pancakes topped with a rich chocolate drizzle.

Fluffy Chocolate Pancakes

Indulge in these decadent fluffy chocolate pancakes, perfect for breakfast or brunch, drizzled with rich chocolate sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For the base of the pancakes
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder For rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder To help pancakes rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons sugar For sweetness
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk For moisture
  • 1 medium egg Provides structure and texture
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter Adds richness to the batter
For Serving
  • Chocolate drizzle To top off pancakes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Cooking
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  2. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles form on the surface.
  3. Flip the pancakes carefully and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until puffed and lightly browned.
  4. Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm in a low oven while you repeat with the remaining batter.
  5. Drizzle with chocolate sauce just before serving.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter for fluffy pancakes. Adjust heat as needed and experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips.