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Chocolate Pancakes

Chocolate Pancakes
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Serves
10

Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups185g all-purpose flour: Provides structure to the pancakes.
  • ¼ cup25g cocoa powder: Adds rich chocolate flavor.
  • 2 teaspoonsbaking powder: Helps pancakes rise and become fluffy.
  • ¼ teaspoonsalt: Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 2eggs: Bind the ingredients together.
  • ⅓ cup65g granulated sugar: Sweetens the batter.
  • 1 cup240 ml whole milk: Adds moisture and richness.
  • 3 tablespoonscanola or vegetable oil (or 45g melted butter: Keeps pancakes moist and tender.)
  • 1 teaspoonpure vanilla extract: Adds a hint of vanilla flavor.
  • ½ cup85g chocolate chips or chunks: Provides bursts of melted chocolate in each bite.
  • —Butter or oil: For cooking.
  • 140 g5 oz. bittersweet or semisweet chocolate: Creates a rich, smooth sauce.
  • ½ cup120 ml heavy cream: Adds creaminess and smooth texture.

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined. Add milk, oil, and vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined and moistened. Do not overmix. Fold in chocolate chips.

  4. 4

    Let the batter rest while you prepare the chocolate ganache.

  5. 5

    For the ganache, combine chocolate and heavy cream in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 20-30 second increments, stirring until smooth.

  6. 6

    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.

  7. 7

    Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until done.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately with warm chocolate ganache sauce.