Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (divided)
- Maple syrup and extra butter for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a standard 18×13-inch rimmed baking sheet (half-sheet pan) with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment and the sides of the pan with non-stick cooking spray or a little extra melted butter to ensure the pancakes release easily.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Ensure there are no large lumps of flour. Creating a well in the center of the dry ingredients helps the wet ingredients incorporate more smoothly in the next step.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Slowly pour the wet mixture into the well of the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or whisk to gently fold the mixture together. Stop mixing as soon as the flour streaks disappear; a few small lumps in the batter are perfectly fine and help keep the pancakes fluffy.
- Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it evenly into the corners. Sprinkle 1 cup of the chocolate chips evenly over the top of the batter. Lightly press them in with your fingers or a spoon, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips on the very top for a beautiful look.
- Place the pan in the center of the oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes. The pancakes are done when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The edges should look slightly crisp and pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for about 2 minutes. Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to slice the giant pancake into 12 even squares or rectangles. Serve warm with plenty of maple syrup, fresh berries, or an extra pat of butter.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes