TikTok Cocoa Pancake — Fix & Recipe

Why this works: we add a bit of fat, a touch of sweetness, and salt/vanilla to wake up the cocoa. Optional moisture boost: mashed banana or Greek yogurt.

Ingredients (single serving)

• 1 egg
• 180 ml milk (¾ cup)
• 65 g all-purpose flour (½ cup)
• 8 g cocoa powder (1 tbsp)
• 1 tbsp sugar or honey (or 1–2 tsp zero-cal sweetener)
• 1 tbsp oil or melted butter (helps texture)
• Pinch of salt
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional but important)
• Optional: 2–3 tbsp mashed banana or 2 tbsp Greek yogurt for extra moisture

Method

1. Whisk egg, milk, sugar, oil (or butter) and vanilla until combined.
2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cocoa, salt and any baking powder if you want fluff (use ½–1 tsp baking powder for a lighter result).
3. Fold wet into dry until just combined. If using banana or yogurt, fold it in now.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low. Add a small smear of butter or oil.
5. Cook pancakes low and slow so the centre cooks without burning the exterior. Flip when edges are set and bubbles appear. Total cook time depends on size.
6. Serve with a smear of peanut butter, a drizzle of honey, or some berries. Skip the heavy chocolate sauce unless you want dessert.

Quick swaps:
- Want lower cal? use 1 tbsp oil → swap to 1 tbsp apple sauce or skip oil but add 1 tbsp yogurt.
- Want fluffier? add ½–1 tsp baking powder.
- Want more flavour? add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder (tiny amount brings out the cocoa).