These Chocolate Pancakes are a fun, festive twist on a classic breakfast favorite—perfect for turning Easter morning or dessert time into something extra special for kids. Soft, fluffy, and lightly chocolatey, these pancakes feel like a treat while still being simple enough to whip up in minutes. Serve them stacked high with syrup, whipped cream, pastel sprinkles, or fresh berries for an Easter-ready dessert that kids will absolutely love.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: About 8 pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nonstick cooking spray or butter for greasing the pan
Optional Easter Fun Add-Ins
- Mini chocolate chips
- Pastel sprinkles
- Whipped cream for topping
Directions
- Mix dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. - Combine wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. - Make the batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. The batter should be slightly thick with a few small lumps. Do not overmix—this keeps the pancakes fluffy. - Heat the pan
Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with cooking spray or butter. - Cook the pancakes
Pour about ¼ cup batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until cooked through. - Serve and decorate
Serve warm with syrup, whipped cream, berries, or Easter-themed sprinkles.
Helpful Tips & Best Practices
- Don’t overmix: Overmixing can make pancakes dense instead of fluffy.
- Control the heat: Medium heat works best—too hot can burn the cocoa.
- Kid-friendly toppings: Let kids decorate their own pancakes with pastel candies or chocolate eggs for Easter fun.
- Make ahead: Pancakes can be kept warm in a low oven (200°F) for up to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) — Estimated values
- Calories: 210
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 260mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 6g
Conclusion
These Chocolate Pancakes are a sweet and playful way to celebrate Easter with kids, whether served as a dessert or a special holiday breakfast. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, they’re sure to become a seasonal favorite. Pair them with colorful toppings and enjoy watching little faces light up with every chocolatey bite. Perfect for creating fun Easter memories around the table.
