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two fluffy chocolate chip pancakes on a blue plate with a fork on the side.
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Chocolate Chip Pancakes For One

Fluffy small batch chocolate chip pancakes made with simple ingredients. Quick and easy recipe for one person with melty chocolate chips in every bite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate chip pancakes, chocolate chip pancakes for one, small batch chocolate chip pancakes
Servings: 2 pancakes
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter -melted
  • ⅓ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional toppings: butter, pancake syrup, whipped cream, fruit
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Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the egg. Add milk, vanilla, and melted butter, and whisk until combined.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until no dry flour remains. A few small lumps are fine.
    Pro Tip: If the batter seems thicker than you like, stir in an extra tablespoon of milk.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Heat a little butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Pour about 3/4 cup of batter into the skillet. Cook until bubbles form across the surface and the edges begin to look set, about 2-3 minutes.
    Turn the pancake with a spatula and cook for another minute until the other side is golden. Remove to a plate.
  • Cook the remaining batter the same way.
  • Enjoy warm with butter, homemade pancake syrup, whipped cream, or fresh fruit.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Baking Powder: Old baking powder won’t create fluffy pancakes. To test it, stir 1/2 teaspoon into 1/4 cup of hot water. If it bubbles actively, it’s still good.
  • Don’t Overmix The Batter: Stir just until the flour disappears. A few lumps are fine and help keep the pancakes soft.
  • Cook Over Medium Heat: This allows the inside to cook through without burning the outside.
  • Adjust Consistency If Needed: If the batter seems thicker than you like, stir in a little extra milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 472mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 5mg

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