Mint Chocolate Chip Pancakes

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Health score
7%
Mint Chocolate Chip Pancakes
30 min.
4
684kcal

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Start your morning with a delightful twist on a breakfast classic with our Mint Chocolate Chip Pancakes! These pancakes are not just visually appealing with their charming green hue but are also bursting with flavor that will transport your taste buds to a dreamy dessert experience. Perfectly fluffy and infused with a hint of mint, they combine the beloved taste of chocolate with a refreshing minty zing—ideal for anyone looking to add a little fun to their brunch routine.

Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply treating yourself on a lazy weekend, our Mint Chocolate Chip Pancakes are sure to impress. Each bite is a harmonious blend of sweetness and refreshing mint, making them a unique addition to any breakfast table. Served warm with whipped cream, rich hot fudge sauce, and a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, it’s almost like having a decadent dessert for breakfast!

Not only are these pancakes delightful to eat, but they are also quick and easy to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll be flipping pancakes like a pro in no time! Plus, we offer variations to suit different palates, so you can customize your experience to your heart's content. Dive into this irresistible morning treat and start your day on a sweet note!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • tablespoons butter cooled lukewarm melted plus more for cooking
  • cup buttermilk 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon granulated sugar 
  • drops drop natural food coloring green
  • servings topping hot homemade store-bought for serving
  • 0.5 teaspoon peppermint extract pure (See Cooks' Note)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup semisweet chocolate chips mini plus more for topping
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • servings whipped cream for serving
  • servings whipped cream for serving

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ladle
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a bowl.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk, egg, butter, extracts, and food coloring (if using) in a small bowl.
  3. Add to dry ingredients and stir until incorporated. Stir in chocolate chips.
  4. Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  5. Add 1/2 tablespoon butter; it should sizzle and melt almost immediately. Ladle 1/4 cup of pancake batter into skillet for each pancake, taking care not to let the pancakes run together. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until bottom is golden brown and edges begin to bubble, then carefully flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more.
  6. Transfer to plates. Repeat with remaining batter.
  7. Serve warm with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, and more chocolate chips, if desired.
  8. Pancakes Inspired by Ice Creams
  9. •Candy Cane Pancakes: Replace mint extract with peppermint extract.
  10. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped candy canes along with or in place of chocolate chips. Use red food coloring instead of green.
  11. •Almond Chip Pancakes: Replace mint extract with almond extract.
  12. Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds to batter. Omit food coloring.
  13. •Plain Old Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Omit mint extract and increase vanilla extract to 1 teaspoon; omit food coloring.
  14. Mint and peppermint extracts are similar but not identical in flavor. Mint extract typically contains both peppermint and spearmint, whereas pure peppermint is popular in holiday treats like candy canes. Use whichever minty extract you prefer.
  15. From Breakfast for Dinner: Recipes for Frittata Florentine, Huevos Rancheros, Sunny-Side-Up Burgers, and More! by Lindsay Landis & Taylor Hackbarth, © 2013 Quirk Books

Nutrition Facts

Calories684kcal
Protein7.71%
Fat46.21%
Carbs46.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
108.52
Glycemic Load
35.89
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.068260689145%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:684.28kcal
34.21%
Fat:34.95g
53.76%
Saturated Fat:20.32g
126.99%
Carbohydrates:78.42g
26.14%
Net Carbohydrates:73.25g
26.64%
Sugar:37.32g
41.46%
Cholesterol:104.42mg
34.81%
Sodium:721.37mg
31.36%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.18%
100%
Caffeine:38.22mg
12.74%
Protein:13.13g
26.26%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.51%
Selenium:25.3µg
36.14%
Phosphorus:335.35mg
33.53%
Copper:0.66mg
32.91%
Vitamin B2:0.56mg
32.65%
Iron:5.17mg
28.7%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.97%
Magnesium:105.66mg
26.41%
Calcium:261.54mg
26.15%
Folate:88.86µg
22.21%
Fiber:5.17g
20.66%
Zinc:2.35mg
15.67%
Potassium:540.84mg
15.45%
Vitamin B3:2.99mg
14.93%
Vitamin A:682.59IU
13.65%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.57%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.46%
Vitamin D:1.19µg
7.91%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.9%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.55%
Vitamin K:4.36µg
4.16%
Source:Epicurious