If breakfast and dessert had a baby, it would be these chocolate pancakes. Fluffy on the inside, crisp on the edges, and loaded with real cocoa and melty chocolate chips — they’re basically cake in pancake form (and yes, we fully approve). 😍
Whether you’re craving a chocolate breakfast, planning a sweet weekend brunch, or surprising someone with a stack of mini Dora cakes, this recipe will deliver serious joy.
Let’s make mornings a little more magical — and a lot more chocolatey. 🍫🥞
🧁 Ingredients – Simple & Indulgent
You only need basic pantry ingredients and one bowl to make this chocolate dream stack.
🥣 Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp sugar (or more for sweeter pancakes)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
🥛 Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (plant-based or dairy)
- 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 How To Make Chocolate Pancakes (Step-by-Step)
These pancakes cook just like regular pancakes — but deliver way more flavor.
1. Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a second bowl, whisk milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
3. Make the Batter
- Pour wet into dry and stir gently until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips. Let batter rest 5 minutes for fluffier pancakes.
4. Cook the Pancakes
- Preheat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.
- Lightly grease and scoop 1/4 cup batter for each pancake.
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side, flipping when bubbles form on top.
🍫 Want Double Chocolate Pancakes? Add extra chips on top before flipping!
🍰 Optional Toppings (Build Your Pancake Cake!)
These toppings turn your stack into an instant celebration — or even a birthday breakfast.
- Nutella drizzle or chocolate syrup
- Whipped cream or coconut cream
- Oreo crumbles
- Fresh berries or banana slices
- Maple syrup + peanut butter swirl
- Crushed chocolate bars for true chocoholics
- Stack with frosting to create a Pancake Cake Recipe base
🌟 Benefits of This Chocolate Pancake Recipe
| 🍫 Benefit | 💡 Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Sweet Breakfast Upgrade | Perfect for brunch, birthdays, or chocolate cravings |
| Kid-Friendly | Fun, safe, and exciting alternative to traditional pancakes |
| One-Bowl Recipe | No mess, easy cleanup — great for beginners or busy mornings |
| Customizable | Add Oreos, berries, or turn it into a layered cake |
| Chocolate for Breakfast 😍 | Indulgent and satisfying without needing a dessert excuse |
❓ FAQ – Chocolate Pancakes Edition
Can I make them vegan?
Yes! Use plant milk, a flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water), and oil instead of butter.
Can I freeze chocolate pancakes?
Absolutely. Let cool, freeze in layers with parchment paper, and toast or microwave as needed.
What’s the best chocolate to use?
Use cocoa powder for the base and mini chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) for extra gooeyness. You can even swirl in Nutella!
How do I make mini pancakes or Dora cakes?
Use just 1 tablespoon of batter per pancake and cook a bit shorter. Stack with cream or jam for a fun layered Dora-style treat.
📌 Why These Pancakes Deserve a Spot in Your Recipe Rotation
This Chocolate Pancake Recipe combines everyday ingredients with a sweet, rich flavor that feels like a treat — without needing a special occasion.
If you’ve been searching for:
- How to make chocolate pancakes
- Nutella pancakes recipe
- Chocolate chocolate chip pancakes
- Pancake cake recipe ideas
…this one’s for you. It’s easy, fast, and flexible — and guaranteed to make mornings more delicious.
💬 Final Thoughts + Share It!
Whether you’re flipping these for a weekend brunch, a holiday breakfast, or just a chocolate fix before noon, this recipe will make everyone at the table smile.
📌 Save it on Pinterest and tag @dishesmadeeasy when you whip up a stack!
🍫 Drop a comment: Are you a chocolate chip or double chocolate kind of pancake lover?
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For the bigger kids or adults in the family — add apples for a fun twist!
Chocolate Pancake Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 medium pancakes 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These fluffy chocolate pancakes are rich, fudgy, and perfect for sweet brunches, birthday mornings, or dessert-for-breakfast lovers. They’re made with real cocoa and chocolate chips — and can be made vegan too!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)
2 tbsp melted butter or oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, vanilla, and melted butter.
3. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Fold in chocolate chips and let batter rest 5 minutes.
5. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
6. Scoop 1/4 cup batter per pancake onto the pan.
7. Cook for 2–3 minutes or until bubbles form, then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes.
8. Serve warm with syrup, berries, or whipped cream.
Notes
To make it vegan, use plant milk, flax egg, and oil instead of butter.
For mini Dora cakes, use 1 tbsp batter and reduce cooking time.
Freeze extra pancakes with parchment paper between layers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg (0 if vegan)
