Old fashioned chocolate chip pancakes that are gluten free are a delicious way to start your morning whether you’re a kid or just a kid at heart.
Kelsey’s Chocolate Chip Pancakes (gluten free)
Every morning I ask Kelsey what she wants for breakfast and every morning I get the same answer. First it’s always “fruit smacks” in hopes that one day we will actually give in and let her eat fruit snacks at 6 in the morning. After the daily briefing in the fact that fruit snacks are not a breakfast food she will, depending on her mood, say anything from chicken nuggets to peas but will always say “Pantates and bacon.” And not just any pancakes she wants. It’s chocolate chip pancakes.
I used to have chocolate chip pancakes as a kid and Adam and I have been making them for years now. Adam had never had chocolate chip pancakes until I had introduced them to him. Which is crazy. The man with the sweetest tooth in the world had never had chocolate chip pancakes until he was in his 20’s. Now, it’s the only way he’ll eat them. Ok, not the only way but 9 out of 10 times.
Kelsey is equally smitten with the chocolate chip pancakes. We probably have them for breakfast a few times a month since they’re requested every. single. day. She actually enjoys “helping” in the kitchen so she usually helps make them. It’s so much fun (and sometimes frustrating) seeing here want to be involved in the process of making her food so we let her help to the best of her abilities. Some mornings go better than others if you know what I mean…
The batter for these pancakes will be thick(ish) and fluffy from the baking soda. It’s not a pancake batter that is thin and liquid-y. I use an OXO Good Grips Large Cookie Scoop to portion the pancakes. It makes it so much easier to scoop the pancakes onto the pan. If you don’t have a food scoop, a 1/4 cup measuring cup works too. It’s just a little messier.
Since the pancake batter is so light and fluffy it makes for nice fluffy pancakes. I really love this pancake recipe. If you prefer to not have chocolate chips you can omit them completely or you can sub them for blueberries. These pancakes are delicious any way but chocolate chip pancakes are just so much more fun!
PS-If you’re looking for a low-carb pancake that is equally delicious, try these Coconut Flour Pancakes made by Maya from Wholesum Yum!
Enjoy!
Be sure to follow me on Instagram and hashtag #whattheforkfoodblog or tag @whattheforkfoodblog – I love seeing what you make!
If you love this kelsey’s chocolate chip pancakes recipe, be sure to follow me on social media so you never miss a post:
| facebook | twitter | pinterest | instagram | youtube |
Kelsey's Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 C all-purpose flour regular or gluten-free
- 3/4 tsp xanthan gum omit if using regular all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/3 C milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 3 Tbsp butter melted
- 1/4 C mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, xanthan gum (if using), baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together milk, vanilla, egg and butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until smooth and all the dry ingredients are combined. Mix in the chocolate chips.
- Cook the pancakes on medium heat on a buttered (or oiled) griddle or frying pan. Use about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake. Use your scoop/measuring cup to slightly flatten the pancake on the griddle when you add the batter to the hot pan.
- Serve hot with maple syrup.
Notes
Disclaimers
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Nutrition Facts are estimated and aren't always accurate. Please consult a doctor or nutritionist if you have special dietary needs.
Oh I can’t remember the last time I made chocolate chip pancakes, these look so good 🙂
My daughter would love this! I would definitely give it a try!
Those look wonderful! We have made them a few times with our own recipe. Sometimes we make banana pancakes too. Those are very good and simple too 🙂
I’ve heard of the banana pancakes! My husband is not a big fan of banana though…
Someone needs to make these for me! Wow, #ChocolateChip #Pancakes..YUM! Thanks for sharing at #theWeekendSocial. Please come visit again Thursday 9:00 PM EST. Pinned! 🙂 theKitchenChopper.com
Thanks for pinning, KC!
Oh my! These look absolutely delicious and I’m totally craving pancakes now! Pinning for breakfast tomorrow!
Thanks Lindsey!
Those pancakes looks so good!! I never think to make pancakes. Pinning! Thank you… and thank you for sharing at Merry Monday
Thanks for pinning Annette!
Any reason to use chocolate chips in a recipe is a good one to me. These look so good!! I wonder if it would be overkill to spread a bit of Nutella on top……mmmmm!!
Omg Dede… Nutella would be amazing!
Love chocolate chip pancakes!! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!
Thanks for pinning!
Wow! These look amazing! I love chocolate chip pancakes! Although I’ve never really cared for maple syrup on them…I prefer them plain. I embrace the chocolate-y flavor. 🙂
I just can’t have a pancake without syrup! We use real maple syrup though so it’s not sugary sweet and a little goes a long way 🙂
I love, love chocolate chip pancakes- especially since they don’t need any syrup and I can just take one and run.
I still like syrup on mine lol
So yummy! I normally make blueberry pancakes but I know my kids would love these! Time to switch it up! Thanks for the recipe!
I bet they would too!
We have pancakes or french toast every Sunday morning and I just said to hubs that we should do chocolate chip pancakes next week! I pinned this recipe, maybe we’ll try this one instead of our usual recipe!
Ooh, we love French toast too!
Oh my goodness, those look fantastic! I haven’t had Chocolate Chip Pancakes in literally decades, but if I had some chocolate chips on hand (they tend to disappear around here), I’d make these immediately. If ever there was a reason for “brinner,” this recipe is it! Thanks for sharing these on Gluten-Free Wednesdays this week, Sharon! 🙂
Shirley
Thank you Shirley!
Yum! Will have to try this one. Pancakes are a fave in our house, too. My 4 year old requests them daily, and he loves to help his Papa make them. We’ll try this with almond milk and dairy free chocolate chips and let you know how they turn out!
Yes, please let me know!