Description
Wake up to something extraordinary with these Nutella Pancakes with Cocoa and Coffee—a dreamy stack that fuses bold espresso notes with deep cocoa flavor and swirls of melty Nutella. This easy recipe brings together breakfast bliss and dessert-worthy indulgence, perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or even a decadent weeknight dinner. Fluffy, chocolatey, and irresistibly aromatic, these pancakes are a must-try for chocolate lovers, coffee fans, or anyone hunting for new breakfast ideas, quick breakfast treats, or easy dinner inspiration. Drizzle them with warm Nutella, top with berries, and enjoy food ideas that feel fancy but are simple to make.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (preferably Dutch-process)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder (or 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for greasing the pan)
- 1/4 cup Nutella (plus more for topping)
- Optional: chocolate chips, fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, then add milk and melted butter. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir just until combined—do not overmix. Fold in a few tablespoons of Nutella and optional chocolate chips.
- Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter per pancake into the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges look set.
- Flip and cook another 1–2 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.
- Warm additional Nutella slightly and drizzle over stacked pancakes. Garnish with fresh berries and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes