Chocolate Pancakes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pancakes
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185g all-purpose flour (1⅓ cups)
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25g Dutch-processed cocoa powder (¼ cup)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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2 eggs
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65g granulated sugar (⅓ cup)
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240ml whole milk (1 cup)
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3 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil (or 45g melted butter)
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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85g chocolate chips or chunks (½ cup)
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Butter or oil for cooking
→ Chocolate Ganache Sauce
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140g bittersweet or semisweet chocolate (5 oz.)
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120ml heavy cream (½ cup)
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt using a fine mesh strainer (or whisk well). Set aside.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined. Add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined and moistened using a rubber spatula or whisk. Do not over mix. Fold in chocolate chips or chunks. Set batter aside.
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In a medium heatproof bowl, combine chocolate and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-30 second increments, stirring between intervals, until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler method by melting the chocolate in a stainless steel bowl set over simmering water. Set aside.
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Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Coat with butter or oil. For each pancake, pour ¼ cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface and the bottom is golden. Flip carefully and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
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Transfer pancakes to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm if desired. Coat the skillet with butter or oil before cooking each pancake to prevent sticking. Serve immediately with chocolate sauce, rewarming the sauce in the microwave for a few seconds if needed.
# Notes:
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Dutch-processed cocoa powder is recommended for a deeper chocolate flavor.
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For extra decadence, consider topping with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar.