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Decadent Chocolate Pancakes with Rich Chocolate Ganache Recipe

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  • Author: Mary & Susan
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

Deliciously rich chocolate pancakes topped with a smooth chocolate ganache, perfect for a decadent breakfast or brunch. This recipe combines cocoa powder in the batter with melty chocolate chips, creating extra chocolatey pancakes that are fluffy and moist. Finished with a creamy homemade ganache, these pancakes will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (semi-sweet or dark)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp corn syrup

Chocolate Pancakes

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil (or canola oil)
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chocolate Ganache: Add 1/2 to 1 inch of hot water in the bottom of a medium saucepan and place a heatproof glass bowl on top, ensuring the bowl bottom does not touch the water. Add the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, heavy cream, and corn syrup to the bowl. Melt over low heat, stirring occasionally until the chocolate is completely melted. Remove from heat and whisk until smooth and glossy.
  2. Preheat Cooking Surface: Heat a griddle or large frying pan over medium heat to ensure an even cooking surface for the pancakes.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the room temperature buttermilk, sugar, egg, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients mixture until just combined—do not overmix to keep pancakes fluffy. Then fold in the mini chocolate chips if using.
  6. Grease and Cook Pancakes: Lightly grease the preheated frying pan or griddle with oil or butter. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the surface. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip carefully and cook the other side for 1 to 2 minutes until cooked through and puffed.
  7. Serve: Stack the warm chocolate pancakes on plates and drizzle generously with the prepared chocolate ganache. Enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature buttermilk to ensure smoother batter and better rise.
  • Be careful not to overmix pancake batter to avoid tough pancakes.
  • The chocolate ganache can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.
  • Mini chocolate chips are optional but add delightful pockets of melted chocolate.
  • Customize with toppings like whipped cream, bananas, or nuts if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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