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Copycat IHOP Fluffy Chocolate Pancake Mix Recipe!

Copycat IHOP Fluffy Chocolate Pancake Mix Recipe!

February 11, 2026
Easy budget baked ziti recipe made for busy weeks and freezer meals. Simple ingredients, family friendly, and perfect for make ahead dinners! 
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Makes: 8 pancakes (2 cups of dry mix)
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 pancakes (2 cups of dry mix)
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 212
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Pancake Mix
  • 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
To Make the Pancakes2 large eggs, beaten1 1/4 cups milk1/4 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs - beaten
  • 1 1/4 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Measuring jugs, cups and spoons
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Ziplock food bag or airtight container
  • SkilletSpatula or fish slice

Method
 

Make the Dry Mix
  1. Add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar to a mixing bowl. Whisk until fully combined.
    Store the dry mix in a labeled ziplock bag or airtight container until ready to use.
Make the Pancakes
  1. Add the full batch of dry mix to a bowl. Whisk in eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
    Heat a lightly greased skillet or griddle over medium heat.Pour batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form and edges look set. Flip and cook until done.
    Serve warm with desired toppings.
Make Ahead and Freeze
  1. Allow cooked pancakes to cool completely. Stack with parchment paper between each pancake.Transfer to freezer safe bags or containers and freeze for up to 2 months.
    Reheat frozen pancakes in the microwave for 25 to 30 seconds until warmed through.

Notes

  • This mix makes fluffy pancakes, not dense ones
  • Cocoa flavor deepens as the batter rests for a few minutes
  • Works well with dairy or dairy free milk
 

Storage

  • Store the dry pancake mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months.
  • Prepared pancake batter should be used immediately.
  • Cooked pancakes can be cooled and frozen for quick reheating.
 

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Nutrition

Calories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 283mgPotassium: 149mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 121IUCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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