How do I add a touch of chocolate to heart-shaped pancakes?

Level up your heart-shaped pancakes by adding a touch of chocolatey goodness. Indulge in a decadent Valentine's Day treat!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I add a touch of chocolate to heart-shaped pancakes. Items include: Pancake mix Cocoa powder Milk Egg Chocolate chips or chocolate chunks

Pancake mix 1 cup
Cocoa powder 2 tablespoons
Milk 1 cup
Egg 1, beaten
Chocolate chips or chocolate chunks 1/2 cup

Take note
Please exercise caution when working with hot pans and melted chocolate. Also, be aware of any allergies or dietary restrictions of yourself or your guests that may require adjustments to this recipe.

1

Create chocolate batter

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of pancake mix with 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder. Mix well to ensure the cocoa powder is thoroughly incorporated.

2

Add wet ingredients

Pour in 1 cup of milk and 1 beaten egg into the chocolate pancake mix. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined and you have a smooth batter.

3

Warm up your griddle

Place a non-stick griddle or pan over medium heat. Allow it to heat up for a few minutes until it's hot enough to cook your pancakes evenly.

4

Cook the heart-shaped pancakes

Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter or a spoon, pour small amounts of the chocolate pancake batter onto the heated griddle. Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Repeat until you've used up all the batter.

5

Melt some chocolate bits

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt half a cup of chocolate chips or chocolate chunks in the microwave. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until the chocolate is smooth and melted.

6

Drizzle the chocolate

Using a spoon or squeeze bottle, drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooked heart-shaped pancakes. You can be as generous or as artful as you'd like!

7

Serve and enjoy

Transfer the chocolate-drizzled pancakes to a serving plate and add any additional toppings or syrups you desire. Serve them warm and watch your loved ones' faces light up with delight!