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Chocolate Pancakes

Decadent Chocolate Pancakes for Your Sweet Breakfast Bliss

Indulge in these fluffy chocolate pancakes drizzled with rich ganache for a perfect breakfast treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or cake flour for softer texture
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed for smoothness
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder fresh for fluffiness
  • 1 pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 1 cup whole milk or non-dairy alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract opt for pure for best results
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips/chunks dark or milk chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon butter/oil for greasing the skillet
For the Ganache
  • 4 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter option

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Griddle
  • heatproof bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until blended. Add milk, canola oil, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
  3. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Fold gently, then fold in chocolate chips.
  4. In a heatproof bowl, combine chopped chocolate. Heat cream until steaming; pour over chocolate and let sit to melt.
  5. Preheat a skillet and grease it. Pour batter for each pancake, cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden.
  6. Serve pancakes stacked with ganache drizzled on top, enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting the batter rest can create a thicker texture, resulting in fluffier pancakes.

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