Brownie Pancakes

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined; set aside.
2. 2
   If using any of the mix-ins (or a combination), stir 1 cup of each into the flour mixture.
3. 3
   Place the butter and chocolate in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water.
4. 4
   If you don't have a double boiler, place the butter and chocolate in a heat-safe bowl that fits snugly over a small pot of simmering water.
5. 5
   Stir constantly until half the butter and chocolate is melted.
6. 6
   Remove the top of the double boiler or the bowl from the pot; then continue stirring, away from the heat, until the butter and chocolate are completely melted.
7. 7
   Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Meanwhile, heat a nonstick griddle or a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
9. 9
   In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla just until combined and foamy, using a whisk or an electric mixer at low speed.
10. 10
    Beat in the melted chocolate mixture until the batter is uniform, about 4 minutes by hand or 2 minutes with a mixer.
11. 11
    With a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula, stir in the flour mixture just until combined; then stir in the milk just until the batter is pourable.
12. 12
    Do not overmix!
13. 13
    Pour 2 Tbsp of the batter onto the heated griddle; repeat, spacing the pancakes evenly.
14. 14
    Cook for 1 minute, until bubbles form across the surface of the pancakes; turn.
15. 15
    Cook an additional minute.
16. 16
    Remove the pancakes and serve immediately, or keep them warm on a cookie sheet in a 250 degree oven.
17. 17
    Repeat with the remaining batter.