Perfect Chocolate Chip Pancakes
These Perfect Chocolate Chip Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. A comforting breakfast treat that’s quick to make and loved by all ages — perfect for weekends or special mornings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups buttermilk or milk + 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chocolate chips plus more for topping
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
- Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on top and edges look set, about 2 minutes.
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with extra chocolate chips, butter, or maple syrup.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.):
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Sugar: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg