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A tall stack of fluffy chocolate chip pancakes with melting butter and maple syrup dripping down the side.
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Chocolate Chip Pancake Recipe (Fluffy & Easy From Scratch!)

The ultimate foolproof chocolate chip pancake recipe! Learn how to make incredibly light, fluffy, and delicious pancakes from scratch using simple pantry staples.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pancakes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

For the Pancakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups milk whole milk is preferred
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted, plus more for the griddle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Medium Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Non-stick Skillet or Griddle
  • 1 Spatula
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Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk and egg. Then, slowly whisk in the melted butter and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a whisk or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter. For best results, toss the chips in 1 tbsp of the dry flour mixture before adding to prevent them from sinking.
  5. Heat a lightly buttered griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the griddle. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like maple syrup, butter, or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalProtein: 6gFat: 13gFiber: 2g

Notes

Don't Overmix: Mix the batter only until the flour is just moistened. Lumps are perfectly fine and lead to a more tender pancake.
Rest the Batter: Allowing the batter to rest for 5-10 minutes gives the baking powder time to activate, creating maximum fluffiness.
Medium Heat is Key: Cooking on medium heat ensures the pancakes cook through without the outsides burning.
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