Whole Grain Chocolate Banana Pancakes

Enjoy the deliciousness of chocolate banana pancakes made with whole grains. These pancakes are delicious because they have whole wheat, rich cocoa, sweet bananas, and rich dark chocolate chips. Such a great treat for breakfast or brunch!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2 bananas
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, combine the mashed bananas, buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are some lumps

Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips

Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter

Pour 1/4 cup of pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake

Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until the other side is golden brown

Serve the pancakes hot with your favorite toppings, such as additional banana slices, chocolate chips, or maple syrup