Delish Chocolate Pancakes Recipe

I make a mean stack of chocolate pancakes and then immediately pretend it was all part of an elaborate breakfast science experiment. This Delish Chocolate Pancakes Recipe is basically fluffy clouds dressed in cocoa, forgiving enough for my “measure-ish” habits, and dramatic enough to get everyone to the table before my coffee cools. Try it because you deserve chocolate for breakfast and because pancakes are the adult version of Saturday morning cartoons.

One time my husband tried to flip a pancake to impress the kids and instead demonstrated Newton’s law of gravity with syrup as the medium. The kids clapped, the dog learned new vocabulary words, and I learned my skillet is emotionally unfaithful to nonstick spray. I, of course, stood there judging everyone while stealth-eating the slightly-charred edge like it was artisanal.

Time-Saving Hacks

– Use a store-bought pancake mix and stir in cocoa — culinary heresy, but it works.
– Make batter in a mason jar and pour from the spout. Fewer bowls = less guilt.
– Cook on two pans at once if you enjoy sprinting between burners (I don’t recommend this unless you’re caffeinated).
– Keep warm on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven so you can pretend you planned the timing.

Serving Ideas

– Classic maple syrup and butter because you’re not trying to be edgy today.
– Sliced bananas or berries for a virtue signal.
– Bacon or sausage for those who want to balance chocolate with meat (I salute you).
– Serve with coffee. Serve with wine if the kids drove you nuts. Don’t tell me your choices.

What to Serve It With

Stupid-simple sides: fresh fruit, a smear of peanut butter, or a scoop of ice cream if you’re living like a legend.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overmix: lumps are fine; rubbery pancakes are not.
– Medium heat only — high heat burns chocolate faster than my patience.
– If your pan is too small (yes, I know it is), flip smaller pancakes. No, I won’t buy you a new pan.

✔Storage Tips

Store it in the fridge… if there’s any left. Cold midnight leftovers? Sometimes better than fresh. Reheat in a toaster oven or a quick zap in the microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap whatever you want—sugar ↔ honey, soy sauce ↔ tamari, or skip steps and call it “deconstructed.” It still counts. Add espresso powder for mocha vibes, throw in mashed banana for sweetness, or use oat milk to keep it plant-friendly.

Delish Chocolate Pancakes Recipe

A delicious and easy recipe for chocolate pancakes that will satisfy your sweet tooth!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.5 cup cocoa powder
• ▢ 2 tablespoons sugar
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 cup milk
• ▢ 1 large egg
• ▢ 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake.
• Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.

Notes

Serve warm with syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruits!