Ingredients

1 cup self-raising flour
2 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
2 tablespoons caster sugar
1 1/3 cups milk
1 egg , lightly beaten
15 g butter , melted
1 egg white
300 ml thickned cream
1/4 cup icing sugar
1 tablespoon creme de menthe
2 peppermint crisp chocolate candy bars , chopped
These chocolate pancakes are not your average pancake. The combination of chocolate and mint makes this dish a decadent treat for special occasions or a breakfast for mornings when you want to indulge yourself. Perfect for pancake lovers, this recipe adds a twist to the classic pancake recipe, making sure you enjoy your breakfast to the fullest. Topped with the refreshing and delicious mint cream, this dish will leave you feeling satisfied and fulfilled.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, cocoa, bicarbonate of soda, and caster sugar.
2.Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the milk, lightly beaten egg, and melted butter. Stir until the batter is smooth.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk the egg white until stiff peaks form. Fold gently into the pancake batter.
4.Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Spoon in 1/4 cup of the batter per pancake into the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden.
5.For the mint cream, whip the thickened cream, icing sugar, and creme de menthe until it forms soft peaks. Fold through the chopped peppermint crisp chocolate bars. Serve the pancake stacks with the mint cream.

PROS

Fluffy and chocolatey pancakes topped with a creamy and minty whipped cream perfect for indulging after a long week.

CONS

These pancakes are not suitable for people with diabetes and those who are lactose intolerant.

Indulging in these pancakes regularly can increase the risk of obesity and heart disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the indulgent ingredients, cocoa powder may have several health benefits, such as reducing inflammation, improving brain function, and potentially lowering the risk of developing heart disease. However, in large amounts, the sugar and fats in this dish can negate these benefits.

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