Fluffy chocolate chip pancakes
A sweet treat, these fluffy chocolate chip pancakes are a kid's dream, especially as it's served with butterscotch ice cream.
Ingredients
- 2 free-range eggs
- 5 tbsp milk
- 150g/5oz self-raising flour
- 2 tbsp caster sugar
- pinch salt
- 85g/3oz dark chocolate chips
- sunflower oil, for frying
- butterscotch ice cream, to serve
- maple syrup or clear honey, to serve
Method
Whisk together the eggs and milk in a large bowl or jug. Place the flour, sugar and salt in a separate large bowl, then make a well in the centre. Pour in the liquid and beat with a hand whisk until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Heat a splash of oil in a non-stick frying pan. Add spoonfuls of the mixture to the hot pan and cook for 1–2 minutes on each side until puffed and golden.
Stack and serve with a scoop of butterscotch ice cream and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Recipe Tips
Once you've learned how to make these fluffy pancakes, you can experiment with the toppings. Try a different flavour ice cream or use yoghurt or low-fat crème fraîche for a lighter option.