Chocolate Chip Pancake Recipe

2 eggs, at room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups milk, warmed

1/4 cup vegetable oil (or mashed banana)

2 cups all-purpose flour(see suggestions)

1/4 cup sugar

2 tablespoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips

In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, milk, and vegetable oil.

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the egg mixture. Stir just until moistened (lumps are okay).

Heat a lightly greased griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Sprinkle the chocolate chips on top of each pancake. Cook 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked through. Serve warm with your favorite topping.


Make this chocolate chip pancake recipe even better (for you) by substituting the all purpose flour for a whole grain flour. Whole wheat flour is an obvious substitute. Worried about compromising flavor and texture? Don't be! There are many types of whole wheat flours that are sweeter and lighter. Hard white wheat flour creates similar results as all white but is much better for you. There are other choices, too, like kamut flour, spelt flour, oat flour, and teff flour. These are all healthier alternatives. So explore...discover...and ENJOY!