Imagine waking up to the most irresistible morning treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping your health goals intact! These Chocolate Chip Pancakes are about to transform your breakfast routine from boring to extraordinary. With a perfect blend of whole wheat goodness and decadent chocolate chips, this recipe proves that healthy eating can be absolutely delicious and super easy to make. Get ready to wow your family and impress your taste buds with a breakfast that looks like a cheat meal but feels like a nutritious victory!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended.
- In a separate medium bowl, crack the egg and add almond milk and vanilla extract. Whisk these wet ingredients until thoroughly combined and smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir the batter until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Some small lumps are okay - overmixing can make pancakes tough.
- Let the batter rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the flour to absorb the liquid and the baking powder to activate.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with cooking spray or a small amount of butter.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop batter onto the heated surface. Immediately sprinkle a few chocolate chips onto each pancake while the batter is still wet.
- Cook pancakes until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look slightly dry, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a plate and repeat with remaining batter. Serve warm with optional toppings like fresh berries, maple syrup, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Tips
- Don't overmix the batter - lumps are your friend! Overmixing can lead to tough, chewy pancakes.
- Let the batter rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the flour to absorb liquid and baking powder to activate, ensuring fluffier pancakes.
- Use medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips directly onto the wet batter for even distribution.
- Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned griddle for easy flipping and cleanup.
- Watch for small bubbles and slightly dry edges as your cue to flip.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven while preparing the entire batch.
- Experiment with toppings like fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added nutrition and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 45mg
