Knockout Delish Double Chocolate Pancakes with Cocoa Powder Recipe
These Knockout Delish Double Chocolate Pancakes are rich, fluffy, and deeply chocolatey, made with cocoa powder and optional semi-sweet chocolate chips for an indulgent breakfast treat. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and tenderized with melted butter, these pancakes are easy to prepare on the stovetop for a delicious chocolaty start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 8 pancakes (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup (180 g) all-purpose or gluten free flour (see recipe notes for gluten free flour adaptations)
- ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (245 g) milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (57 g) butter, melted and cooled (or coconut oil)
Optional
- ½ cup (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract thoroughly to blend all wet ingredients.
- Prepare Batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined and moistened. Add the melted and cooled butter and mix thoroughly. Fold in the optional chocolate chips if using. Set the batter aside while you preheat your griddle or skillet over medium heat.
- Cook Pancakes: Grease the griddle with butter, coconut oil, or cooking spray. Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the top begins to bubble and the bottom is set enough to flip. Flip each pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until fully cooked and fluffy.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Transfer cooked pancakes to a cooling rack or a plate loosely covered with aluminum foil to keep warm until serving. Top with your favorite butter, syrup, or fresh fruit as desired.
Notes
- For gluten-free adaptations, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend that includes xanthan gum for best results.
- If you prefer vegan options, substitute milk with plant-based milk and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine to keep pancakes tender.
- Keep pancakes warm in a low oven (200°F or 95°C) if cooking in batches.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add an extra burst of chocolate flavor and texture.
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