Imagine waking up to a plate of rich, velvety chocolate pancakes that are so irresistible, they'll make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These aren't just ordinary pancakes - they're a chocolate lover's ultimate morning dream. Drizzled with luxurious dark chocolate sauce, these pancakes transform an everyday breakfast into a gourmet experience that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds. Whether you're looking to impress your family, treat yourself, or create a show-stopping weekend brunch, these chocolate pancakes are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of milk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons of melted butter, and 1/4 cup of dark chocolate sauce.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Whisk them together until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 1 cup of milk, 1 large egg, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir the mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. If needed, lightly grease the surface with a small amount of butter or cooking spray.
- Once the skillet is hot, pour about 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancakes using a spatula and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice chocolatey color.
- Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep them warm on a plate while you repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- For the dark chocolate sauce, you can either use a pre-made sauce or create your own by melting 1/4 cup of dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- To serve, stack the warm chocolate pancakes on plates and drizzle generously with the dark chocolate sauce. Optionally, you can add toppings such as whipped cream, fresh berries, or sliced bananas for extra flavor.
- Enjoy your delicious chocolate pancakes with dark chocolate sauce!
Tips
- Don't overmix the batter! Lumpy batter is key to tender pancakes. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Use medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Let the batter rest for 2-3 minutes before cooking to help the flour absorb liquid and create fluffier pancakes.
- Test your skillet's temperature by dropping a small amount of water - if it sizzles, it's ready!
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven (200°F) while preparing the rest.
- For extra richness, use whole milk or add a splash of vanilla extract to the batter.
- If the batter seems too thick, thin it with a little more milk; if too thin, add a tablespoon of flour.
- For perfect chocolate sauce, use high-quality dark chocolate and melt slowly to prevent burning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 65mg
