These fluffy peanut butter pancakes with chocolate chips are my daughters favorite and soon-to-be yours too!

Its simple, yet decadent, resembling fudge in texture, but full of satisfying, creamy peanut butter.

it’s possible for you to find them in nearly every bakery and gift shop surrounding our fair city.

Buckeye Pancakes on a Plate with Raspberries and Chocolate Chips Surrounded by Smaller Plates with More Pancakes, a Bowl with Peanut Butter, and a Bowl with Chocolate Chips

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To be frank, I find the buckeye a bit too richbut buckeye pancakes are near perfection.

But instead of syrup, she liked to melt chocolate chips on top.

But I wanted something a little more parent- and kid-friendly than the chocolate-peanut butter drizzle.

Buckeye Pancake, Blueberries, Strawberries, and Raspberries in Tupperware

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And so, our familys no-fuss, no-mess buckeye pancake recipe was born.

Though if you want more sweetness, no one ever suffered from an extra pour of warm syrup.

If you do pack them up for school, check that to check on the nut and allergy policies!

Stack of Buckeye Pancakes on a Plate Surrounded by Chocolate Chips

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The main components can be tweaked or elevated to your hearts desire.

Make a Bunch and Freeze a Bunch

Make a bunch of pancakes to have on hand.

They can be reheated in a 325F oven for 5 to 10 minutes.

Buckeye Pancakes on a Plate with Raspberries and Chocolate Chips

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These pancakes are delicious when served immediately, but they also hold their flavor and texture when reheated.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs until the whites and yolks are combine.

Then, add milk, peanut butter, melted butter, and honey.

Bowl of Dry Ingredients Surrounded by a Whisk and Measuring Spoons for Buckeye Pancake Recipe

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Stir well to incorporate.

Add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just incorporated.

Stir in the chocolate chips.

Wet Ingredients in a Bowl with a Whisk for Buckeye Pancakes

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In a large skillet or griddle set to medium heat, add about 1/2 tablespoon butter.

Pour a heaping tablespoon of batter in at a time, making silver dollar-sized pancakes.

Leave plenty of space in between each pancake.

Wet Ingredients Whisked into Bowl of Dry Ingredients for Buckeye Pancakes

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Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip.

They are ready to flip when small bubbles appear on top and the edges start to brown.

Cook the other side for 2 to 3 minutes.

Chocolate Chips Added to Buckeye Pancake Mix

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Add more butter to the skillet as needed.

Serve the pancakes immediatelysyrup is optional for these sweet pancakes!

Cool leftovers and refrigerate in an airtight container for a day or two.

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Buckeye Pancakes (Flipped) Cooking on Skillet

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