Description
These spinach pancakes are a delightful twist on traditional pancakes, incorporating fresh spinach for a vibrant green color and added nutrition. Fluffy and flavorful, they are perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch that both kids and adults will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter (melted)
Vegetables
- 1 handful of spinach (about 1 cup chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare Spinach: Wash and chop the spinach finely to ensure it blends well into the pancake batter without large pieces.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk the mixture to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then add the milk and melted butter. Stir well until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Incorporate Spinach: Add the chopped spinach to the wet ingredients mixture and mix thoroughly to combine.
- Make the Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir using a spatula or whisk just until combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are fine.
- Heat the Pan: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with butter or oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove the pancakes from the skillet and keep warm while cooking the remaining batter. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Fluffy green pancakes made with spinach that not only look epic but also taste delicious!
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the pancakes light and airy.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use dairy-free butter.
- You can add herbs or spices like garlic powder or black pepper for a savory twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg
