Name: Chocolate Pancakes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup white whole wheat flour; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 0.5 tsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 egg; 1 cup milk; 1 tbsp coconut oil; butter or coconut oil

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Chocolate Pancakes

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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt and sugar.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk and oil.

Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly coat with butter or coconut oil.

Pour about 1 tablespoon of the pancake mixture onto the griddle, making as many pancakes as will fit, cook for 2 minutes or until you see bubbles forming.

Flip the pancakes and cook for one minute longer.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Bloom Your Cocoa Powder 🍫
Whisk unsweetened cocoa powder with a small amount of hot milk or melted butter before mixing with other ingredients to intensify chocolate flavor and eliminate any bitter taste.
Don't Overmix the Batter 🥣
Stir the batter until just combined with some small lumps remaining; overmixing develops gluten and creates dense, tough pancakes instead of light and fluffy ones.
Use Coconut Oil for Richness 🥥
Choose coconut oil over butter for cooking the pancakes as it has a higher smoke point and adds subtle richness that complements the chocolate without overpowering it.
Let Batter Rest Before Cooking ⏱️
Allow the batter to sit for 5-10 minutes after mixing so the baking powder can fully activate, resulting in higher, fluffier pancakes with better rise.
Test Temperature with Water Drops 💧
Sprinkle a few drops of water on your griddle—they should sizzle gently and evaporate in 3-4 seconds; this indicates medium heat is perfect for even browning without burning the chocolate.