Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Maple Syrup

Fluffy Chocolate Chip Pancakes with Maple Syrup – Sweet, Buttery & Irresistible!

These Fluffy Chocolate Chip Pancakes are light, buttery, and packed with melty chocolate chips, making them the perfect breakfast treat. Drizzled with warm maple syrup and topped with extra chocolate, these pancakes are guaranteed to make your morning special!

Ingredients (Makes 10-12 Pancakes):

For the Pancakes:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 tbsp sugar

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra fluffiness)

1 large egg

2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)

For Cooking & Serving:

1 tbsp butter (for greasing the pan)

Maple syrup (for drizzling)

Extra chocolate chips (for topping)

Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

Mix the Dry Ingredients:

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients:

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.

Do not overmix—a few lumps are okay!

Fold in chocolate chips.

Cook the Pancakes:

Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and grease lightly with butter.

Pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet.

Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to set (about 2 minutes).

Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.

Serve & Enjoy:

Stack the pancakes on a plate.

Drizzle with warm maple syrup and sprinkle with extra chocolate chips.

Add whipped cream or fresh fruit for an extra treat!

Light, fluffy, and filled with melty chocolate—these pancakes are a dream come true!