Best Easy Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe

Golden chocolate chip pancakes loaded with melty chocolate morsels are a fun, vegetarian family breakfast that kids adore. These indulgent pancakes turn ordinary mornings into something special.

Cook 25 min Difficulty EASY 340 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • all-purpose flour 1.5 cups
  • chocolate chips 0.75 cups
  • milk 1 cup
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • unsalted butter (melted) 4 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • sugar 2 tbsp
  • baking powder 2 tsp
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 52 g 61%
Protein 7 g 8%
Fat 13 g 31%
Serving size 140g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

  2. 2

    In a separate bowl, mix the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract thoroughly. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture.

  3. 3

    Gently stir until just combined; do not overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips so they're evenly distributed.

  4. 4

    Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease if needed. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface.

  5. 5

    Cook pancakes for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip carefully and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Serve warm.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The chocolate chips are the star ingredient in this recipe, adding melty pools of chocolate throughout the pancakes and delivering both sweetness and texture that makes these pancakes irresistibly delicious and unique.
Q. How do you prevent pancakes from becoming dry or tough?
To avoid dry, tough pancakes, be careful not to overmix the batter in Step 3—gentle folding ensures a tender crumb. Also, cooking over medium heat for just 2–3 minutes per side keeps the pancakes golden and moist.
Q. What is the calorie content and carb-to-protein ratio per serving?
Each serving contains 340 kcal with 52g carbohydrates (61% of calories), 7g protein (8% of calories), and 13g fat (31% of calories). These pancakes are a moderate-carb, moderate-fat breakfast option.
Q. Which cooking step is most crucial for even chocolate distribution?
Folding the chocolate chips in during Step 3 is essential. By gently mixing at this stage, you ensure that every pancake is loaded with chocolate morsels without crushing or melting them prematurely.
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