Sift together into a medium bowl
1 1/2 c. self rising flour
1/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder
2 T. sugar
1 t. baking soda
1/8 t. salt
In a separate bowl combine the following ingredients:
1 c. buttermilk
1 t. vanillaÂ
3 T. red food coloring
2 eggs, beaten
Add wet ingredients to dry. Stir until just combined. Batter will be slightly lumpy. Add chocolate chips if desired.
Using a 1/4 measuring cup scoop the batter onto a hot griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and then flip them over.