An easy recipe for soft, fluffy, and absolutely delicious chocolate chip pancakes! A simple pancake batter loaded with chocolate chips, a great pancake recipe.

Fluffy and soft pancakes loaded with chocolate chip morsels on a plate topped with whipped cream and chocolate syrup.

If you enjoy these pancakes, you will love our basic pancake batter or the fluffy banana pancakes. You can’t forget the spongy ricotta pancakes or our seasonal pumpkin spice pancakes.

CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKES-

These light and fluffy homemade pancakes are so easy to make and rich from the chocolate chip morsels. With each bite, you get fluffy and light pancake batter and bits of chocolate. This pancake recipe is the best way to start the day!

Chocolate chip pancakes cut in half stack on a plate with whipped cream and drizzled syrup.

HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKES-

Serve these fluffy pancakes with bacon, sausage, and fruit charcuterie board style for the BEST breakfast arrangement.

  1. Dry ingredients– Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Wet ingredientsWhisk the sugar, milk, eggs, and cooled melted butter.
  3. Combine– Mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients. Stir in the chocolate chip morsels until combined. (TIP: Do NOT overmix the batter.)
  4. Cook– In a skillet, cook the pancakes with butter and oil until cooked.
  5. Serve– Enjoy the chocolate chip pancakes with desired toppings!
CHEF’S TIP– We love cooking these pancakes on a griddle with a pancake mold for the perfect pancakes!
Chocolate chip pancakes on a fork loaded with chocolate chip pancakes.

CHOCOLATE CHIP PANCAKE TOPPINGS-

Besides enjoying the fluffy pancakes with butter and syrup, you can add more toppings to bring these pancakes to a new level.

  • FRUIT– Top with your choice of fruit, such as raspberries, blackberries, bananas, and strawberries.
  • JAM– Spread some flavored jam over the pancakes.
  • WHIPPED CREAM– Whipped cream is a MUST!
  • SYRUP– Drizzle with any of your favorite syrups.
  • SUGAR– Dust with powdered sugar or extra sweetness.

FREEZING PANCAKES-

When making these homemade chocolate chip pancakes, double or triple the recipe to freeze some for later! These freeze great and are perfect for busy mornings.

  • FREEZE– Cook the pancakes according to instructions and allow the pancakes to cool. Once cool, transfer the pancakes to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • REHEAT– Remove the pancakes from the freezer bag, pop them into the microwave or toaster, and reheat until warm.
Chocolate chip pancakes stacked on top of each other on a plate plate with drizzle of syrup.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-

Can I make this pancake batter ahead of time?

Yes, this pancake batter can be made ahead of time! Store the batter in THIS pancake dispenser in the fridge for three days.

What if my batter is too thick?

If the pancake batter feels too thick, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time. The batter should be slightly lumpy and should pour quickly.

What if my batter is too runny?

If the batter is runny, you may have added too much liquid, so add in a bit of flour slowly until you get a perfect consistency.

How do I know when my pancakes are ready to flip?

When the pancakes are ready to flip, they will start to bubble.

How do I reheat the pancakes?

Reheat the pancakes in the microwave, oven, or toaster oven until warmed.

What kind of chocolate chips do I use?

You can use milk chocolate chip morsels or dark chocolate chips, and we also love using mini morsels!

Chocolate chip pancakes stacked on a black plate topped with whipped cream.

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Chocolate Chip Pancake Recipe

Author: Valentina
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5 from 5 votes
An easy recipe for soft, fluffy and absolutely delicious chocolate chip pancakes! A simple pancake batter loaded with chocolate chips, a great pancake recipe.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour measured then sifted
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 Tbsp whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 cup chocolate chip morsels
  • 2 tsp canola oil divided, for cooking
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter divided, for cooking

Instructions

  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  • Whisk together the sugar, milk, eggs and melted buttter until combined. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until combined but still slightly lumpy.
  • Add the chocolate chip morsels and mix again.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp butter and 1 tsp oil.
  • Using a 1/4 measuring cup, pour batter into the skillet. Don’t overcrowd the pan (I cook the pancakes in two batches).
  • Clean the skillet with a paper towel and repeat the cooking process.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

564kcal Calories77g Carbs11g Protein24g Fat14g Saturated Fat1g Polyunsaturated Fat4g Monounsaturated Fat1g Trans Fat77mg Cholesterol225mg Sodium411mg Potassium3g Fiber38g Sugar534IU Vitamin A1mg Vitamin C254mg Calcium3mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Chip Pancake Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 564 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 77mg26%
Sodium 225mg10%
Potassium 411mg12%
Carbohydrates 77g26%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 38g42%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 534IU11%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 254mg25%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
(The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)