Healthy Cocoa Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes Recipe

Name: Healthy Cocoa Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup skim milk or 3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk, plus; 3 tablespoons skim milk or 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk; 2 egg whites, lightly beaten or 1 egg; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 cup pureed overripe banana; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup whole wheat flour; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground flax seeds; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 -4 tablespoons milk chocolate chips, mini (or semi-sweet); Topping; raspberry jam (warmed) or caramel sauce (warmed)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup skim milk or 3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk, plus
3 tablespoons skim milk or 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk
2 egg whites, lightly beaten or 1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup pureed overripe banana
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground flax seeds
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 -4 tablespoons milk chocolate chips, mini (or semi-sweet)
Topping
raspberry jam (warmed) or caramel sauce (warmed)

1
In a small bowl whisk milk, egg whites, vanilla, and banana.
2
In large bowl, mix flours, cocoa powder, sugar, flax seed, baking soda and salt.
3
Add wet mixture to dry, and whisk just until dry ingredients are moistened, folding in chocolate chips.
4
Pour pancakes onto greased griddle (at about 350-375u00b0F) and let sit until lightly bubbling and edges have began to firm. Flip and cook until firm and browned. Top with jam or a sweet sauce.
5
FREEZING INSTRUCTIONS: If you make these to freeze them, don't make the topping. Cool the pancakes on a wire rack, and then when they are completely cool, wrap them in tinfoil (I wrap them in packs of two for 1 serving) and freeze. Microwave until warm, then toast to unfreeze them.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup skim milk or 3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk, plus, 3 tablespoons skim milk or 3 tablespoons 1% low-fat milk, 2 egg whites, lightly beaten or 1 egg, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and more.

Yes, Healthy Cocoa Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Cocoa Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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