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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
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In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Fold in the mini chocolate chips and let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
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Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
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Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, 2–3 minutes.
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Flip the pancakes and cook an additional 1–2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve the pancakes warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or toppings of choice.