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Chocolate Pancakes

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Fluffy, decadent Chocolate Pancakes made with cocoa powder and optional chocolate chips—perfect for a sweet breakfast or dessert-style brunch.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 8 pancakes (serves 2–3)
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt (optional)
  • 3 tbsp melted butter or oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: 1/3 cup chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or fresh berries

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, beat eggs, then whisk in milk, buttermilk or yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  4. Gently fold in chocolate chips, nuts, or berries if desired.
  5. Heat a greased nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
  6. Pour 1/3 cup batter per pancake onto skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes until bubbles form; flip and cook 1–2 more minutes until set.
  7. Transfer to a warm oven or plate tented with foil to keep warm.
  8. Serve stacked with toppings like syrup, whipped cream, fruit, or extra chocolate chips.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes tender.
  • Let the batter rest 5–10 minutes for fluffier texture.
  • Freeze leftovers between wax paper layers and reheat in toaster or oven.
  • Add a teaspoon of instant espresso for mocha flavor.

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