Green Velvet St. Paddy's Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon green food color
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (4 oz)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons sugar, or more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• Maple syrup, if desired