Description
These delicious banana chocolate pancakes combine the rich flavor of cocoa with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, making for a moist and fluffy breakfast treat. Easy to prepare and perfect for a weekend brunch or special morning indulgence.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large banana (mashed)
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the Dry Batter: In a medium bowl, combine the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir them together thoroughly and set aside.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the banana using a fork until mostly smooth. Add the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Break up the eggs with the fork first, then mix all the wet ingredients together until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl. Gently mix everything together until the flour is just incorporated. It’s okay if the batter is a little lumpy due to the mashed banana; overmixing will make pancakes tough.
- Preheat the Cooking Surface: Heat a non-stick griddle or large skillet over medium-high heat. If using an electric griddle, set the temperature between 300 and 350°F. Grease the pan with butter, oil, or spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for about 2 minutes, observing for edges to become defined and bubbles to form on the surface. Flip carefully and cook for an additional minute on the other side. Avoid pressing down on the pancakes to keep them fluffy and moist.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and cover loosely to keep warm. Repeat cooking with remaining batter. Serve pancakes stacked and top with your favorite syrups or toppings.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense pancakes.
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning or undercooking.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven (about 200°F) if preparing in large batches.
- Optional toppings include maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana pancakes, chocolate pancakes, breakfast recipe, cocoa pancakes, fluffy pancakes, sweet pancakes
