Description
Start your morning right with these fluffy chocolate pancakes, topped with a rich homemade ganache. Quick and easy to make, they’re perfect for a special breakfast treat.
Ingredients
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Pancakes:
- 1 ⅓ cups (185g) all-purpose flour: Provides structure to the pancakes.
- ¼ cup (25g) cocoa powder: Adds rich chocolate flavor.
- 2 teaspoons baking powder: Helps pancakes rise and become fluffy.
- ¼ teaspoon salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
- 2 eggs: Bind the ingredients together.
- ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar: Sweetens the batter.
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk: Adds moisture and richness.
- 3 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil (or 45g melted butter): Keeps pancakes moist and tender.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract: Adds a hint of vanilla flavor.
- ½ cup (85g) chocolate chips or chunks: Provides bursts of melted chocolate in each bite.
- Butter or oil: For cooking.
Chocolate Ganache Sauce:
- 140g (5 oz.) bittersweet or semisweet chocolate: Creates a rich, smooth sauce.
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream: Adds creaminess and smooth texture.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined. Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined and moistened. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Let the batter rest while you prepare the chocolate ganache.
- For the ganache, combine chocolate and heavy cream in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 20-30 second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and coat with butter or oil. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until done.
- Serve immediately with warm chocolate ganache sauce.
Notes
- Serving Size: This recipe yields approximately 10 pancakes, serving 4 people.
- Allergy Substitutes: Use almond milk and flaxseed eggs for a dairy-free and egg-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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