Cocoa Pancakes – A Chocolatey Take on Easy Recipes
These fluffy cocoa pancakes are the perfect chocolate treat for your breakfast table.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Optional: maple syrup, whipped cream, fresh berries
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes or until bubbles form on top.
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until cooked through. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings.