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20 Minute Super Fluffy Chocolate Chip Pancakes

A tall stack of fluffy chocolate chip pancakes cut to show the interior, drizzled with syrup and topped with chocolate chips.

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Make light and fluffy chocolate chip pancakes from scratch in under 20 minutes for a quick, indulgent breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for the griddle
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Whisk these dry ingredients together.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine for fluffy pancakes.
  4. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or large non-stick pan over medium heat.
  6. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake.
  7. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and bubbles appear on the surface, then flip.
  8. Cook the second side until done. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra fluffiness, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking.
  • Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a slight tang and added tenderness.
  • If you prefer melted chocolate flavor, stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter and sprinkle another 1/2 cup on top of the pancakes immediately after pouring them onto the griddle.

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