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    Home » Recipes » Sweet Breakfast

    Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes

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    Updated: Mar 6, 2024 · by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.
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    These easy Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes are an American classic the whole family will love! They are so good they don't even need maple syrup!

    Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes with syrup being poured over them

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    If you are like me and love to sneak chocolate into anything and everything, these Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes are for you! Since it's made with pantry staples, you can have them anytime.

    They are sweet, rich, and chocolaty. They taste great without maple syrup.

    For a fruity addition, you could serve them with some fresh fruit or Simple Raspberry Compote. Another chocolate breakfast recipe is my Vegan Chocolate Quinoa Bowl.

    Another vegan pancake recipe to try is my Vegan Chocolate Pancakes. Another sweet, rich recipe is my Vegan French Toast recipe.

    Serve these chocolate chip pancakes with a Vanilla Soy Latte or some Oat Milk Hot Chocolate.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tips
    • 🥡 Storage
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Vegan Pancake Recipes
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    • 📋 Recipe
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • They are sweet and rich. They're perfect for brunch on a Sunday morning.
    • They are made in 20 minutes.
    • They are simple and easy to make with simple ingredients.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    • Gluten-free all-purpose flour: I used Bob's Red Mill gluten-free all-purpose flour. I have not tried this recipe with any other types of flour.
    • Almond flour: I used super-fine almond flour.
    • Baking powder: Acts as a leavening agent.
    • Ground flax seeds (flax meal): You can grind flax seeds or buy flax meal.  If you grind them yourself, you can use a coffee grinder or a Nutribullet with the milling blade.
    • Salt: Enhances sweetness. I like to use sea salt.
    • Almond milk: I used unsweetened almond milk because I like to control the amount of sweetener. You could also use oat milk, soy milk, or your favorite non-dairy milk.
    • Pure maple syrup: Adds sweetness. You could also use agave syrup. If you use sugar or brown sugar you may need more almond milk.
    • Vanilla extract: Enhances flavors.
    • Almond extract: Adds a fruity flavor. You could leave it out.
    • Chocolate chips: Enjoy Life makes vegan chocolate chips. You could also use dark chocolate chunks.
    • Vegan butter or coconut oil: For cooking the pancakes. Vegan butter is richer. Coconut oil adds a slight coconut flavor. I prefer vegan butter, but both taste good. You could also use cooking spray.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

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    Step 1: Add dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl.

    Step 2: Whisk to combine.

    Step 3: Add the wet ingredients to the large bowl.

    Step 4: Whisk until all the lumps are gone.

    Step 5: Fold chocolate chips into the pancake batter.

    Step 6: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add vegan butter. With a large spoon, spoon 3 tablespoonfuls of batter onto the non-stick skillet for each pancake.

    Cook until golden brown and bubbles form, then flip and cook the other side. Repeat with the remaining batter.

    💭 Tips

    • Even if you are using a nonstick skillet you will still want to use vegan butter or coconut spray. It will help prevent the pancakes from sticking and it adds flavor.
    • If using almond extract, taste after ¼ teaspoon to see if that's enough for you. Some people find the flavor to be a bit strong. You can also leave it out.

    🥡 Storage

    Let cool to room temperature and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Reheat the leftover pancakes in the microwave by covering them with a damp paper towel at 10-second intervals. If you're cooking for a large group, keep them in the oven at 200 ° until ready to serve.

    Freezing and reheating them doesn't change their taste or texture.

    Just make sure to separate the pancakes with plastic wrap or parchment paper so they don't stick together.

    Fluffy Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes on a plate with strawberries, chocolate chips and a drizzle of maple syrup on top.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What can you substitute for milk in a pancake recipe?

    Almond milk, soy milk, or other dairy-free milk works great in pancakes.

    How to make vegan chocolate chip pancakes?

    These easy vegan chocolate chip pancakes are made with gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, ground flax seeds (flax meal), almond milk, maple syrup, and chocolate chips.

    Can I reheat vegan pancakes?

    Reheat the leftover pancakes in the microwave by covering them with a damp paper towel at 10-second intervals. If you're cooking for a large group, keep them in the oven at 200 ° until ready to serve.

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    📋 Recipe

    Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes
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    Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes

    These easy Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes are an American classic the whole family will love. They are so good they don't even need maple syrup!
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 13 pancakes
    Calories 123kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup gluten free all purpose flour
    • ½ cup almond flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 tablespoon flax meal (ground flax seeds)
    • Pinch salt
    • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon almond extract
    • ¾ cup chocolate chips
    • Coconut oil or vegan butter - I used Earth Balance

    Optional Toppings

    • Additional chocolate chips
    • Maple syrup
    • Slivered almonds
    • Berries
    • Sliced banana

    Instructions

    • Mix gluten free all purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, flax meal, and salt.
    • Add almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Whisk until all the lumps are gone.
    • Fold in chocolate chips.
    • Heat a pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of vegan butter or coconut oil.
    • With a tablespoon, spoon 3 tablespoonfuls for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook the other side.

    Notes

    Even if you are using a nonstick skillet you will still want to use vegan butter or coconut spray. It will help the pancakes from sticking and it adds flavor.
    If using almond extract, taste after ¼ teaspoon to see if that's enough for you. Some people find the flavor to be a bit strong. You can also leave it out.
    Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
    Reheat the leftover pancakes in the microwave by covering them with a damp paper towel at 10 second intervals. If you're cooking for a large group, keep them in the oven at 200 ° until ready to serve.
    Freezing and reheating them doesn't change their taste or texture.
    Just make sure to separate the pancakes with plastic wrap or parchment paper so they don't stick together.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Tina says

      May 05, 2020 at 8:48 am

      I need to try that on mothers day. thank you so much for sharing it =)
      xoxo
      tina from wimpernverlängerung salzburg5 stars

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    2. Brigitte says

      May 04, 2020 at 2:49 pm

      No matter what type of day I have encountered I can always remember the sound of a stream and the birds singing in the trees. This time I enjoyed it with vegan chocolate chip pancakes!!
      I am Blessed 🥰🥰 Thanx Willow!
      Brigitte5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        May 04, 2020 at 4:52 pm

        Thanks Brigette!

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