Ultimate Chocolate Pancake Recipe for a Delicious Breakfast!
When chocolate meets pancakes, breakfast dreams come true. These Ultimate Chocolate Pancakes are rich, fluffy, and indulgent — like dessert for breakfast, but doable any day of the week.
Made with real cocoa powder, a touch of sweetness, and optional chocolate chips, this stack is perfect for lazy weekend brunches, birthdays, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and satisfying.
Top them with whipped cream, berries, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and you’ve got a morning treat that feels like it came straight from a café — but takes just minutes to make at home!
Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Pancakes
✔ Rich and fluffy – Cocoa powder and buttermilk make the perfect texture
✔ Chocolate lover’s dream – Double chocolate if you add chips!
✔ Kid-approved and brunch-ready – A fun twist on a classic
✔ Quick and easy – From bowl to pan in under 10 minutes
✔ Perfect for toppings – Dress them up or keep them simple
The Best Chocolate Pancake Recipe
Ingredients (Makes 8–10 pancakes)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup chocolate chips (optional, but highly recommended)
How to Make Chocolate Pancakes
Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3: Combine and Fold
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined — don’t overmix!
- Gently fold in chocolate chips if using.
Step 4: Cook the Pancakes
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the hot surface.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges look set.
- Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until done.
Step 5: Stack and Serve
- Stack warm pancakes high and top with your favorites — syrup, whipped cream, fresh fruit, chocolate drizzle, or nut butter.
Tasty Variations to Try
1. Mocha Pancakes
☕ Add ½ tsp espresso powder to the batter for a coffee-chocolate kick.
2. Banana-Choco Pancakes
🍌 Stir in a handful of sliced bananas and top with peanut butter.
3. Mint Chocolate Pancakes
🌿 Add a dash of peppermint extract and top with crushed mint chocolate.
4. Vegan Chocolate Pancakes
🌱 Use plant-based milk, a flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water), and dairy-free chocolate chips.
5. Protein-Packed Version
💪 Mix in a scoop of chocolate protein powder and reduce the flour slightly.
Tips for the Best Chocolate Pancakes
✔ Use good-quality cocoa powder – It makes a big difference in flavor
✔ Don’t overmix – A few lumps are fine and help keep the texture fluffy
✔ Cook on medium heat – Too high and they’ll burn before cooking through
✔ Warm your syrup or toppings – Keeps everything melty and cozy
What to Serve with Chocolate Pancakes
🍓 Fresh strawberries or raspberries – Classic combo with chocolate
🥛 Glass of milk or oat milk – Balances the richness
☕ Coffee or mocha latte – Perfect for chocolate lovers
🍳 Eggs or turkey bacon – For a savory pairing
How to Store and Reheat
- Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Stack with parchment between each pancake and freeze up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Microwave for 30 seconds or warm in a skillet.
Wrapping Up
These Ultimate Chocolate Pancakes are the perfect excuse to indulge — whether it’s a birthday breakfast, cozy weekend treat, or just because you deserve it.
They’re rich, fluffy, and endlessly customizable. Once you try them, regular pancakes might feel a little… boring.
What’s your dream pancake topping combo? Share it below! 🥞🍫🍓
