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Green spinach pancakes

January 23, 2018 by Mandy Mazliah 37 Comments

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These wonderfully vibrant green pancakes get their colour from a healthy dose of spinach - there's no food colouring in sight. Spinach pancakes are perfect for a savoury brunch and great for baby led weaning and toddlers. Can be vegan or vegetarian.

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Getting kids to eat green food isn't always easy

Kids don't like their greens? Mine neither.

But how would they feel about green pancakes?

Well there's only one way to find out - try them.

I have to be honest and admit that my older two kids wouldn't go anywhere near these pancakes.

Despite (or perhaps because of) multiple readings of Green Eggs and Ham by Dr Seuss* they are very suspicious of green food.

Do these green pancakes taste of spinach?

Yes they do but it's quite a mild taste. Because of this I prefer to eat these as a savoury dish.

What to serve with spinach pancakes?

You can serve these warm with grated cheese on top.

Or they make a great part of a vegan brunch with:

  • scrambled tofu
  • roasted tomatoes
  • avocado
  • patatas bravas
  • beans
  • toast.

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How to make green pancakes with spinach:

To get the spinach really smooth in these pancakes I would recommend making them in a blender.*

If you don't have one blend the spinach in a food processor* or with a hand held blender* and then whisk into the batter.

green pancakes stacked on white plate

Green pancakes with spinach

Mandy Mazliah
These wonderfully vibrant green pancakes get their colour from a healthy dose of spinach – there’s no food colouring in sight. They’re perfect for a savoury brunch and great for baby led weaning and toddlers. Can be vegan or vegetarian.
4.75 from 24 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine International
Servings 8
Calories 93 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 100 g spinach
  • 125 g wholemeal flour I used spelt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 egg or 1 chia or flax egg*
  • 200 ml milk I use oat milk
  • 1 tablespoon sunflower oil plus extra for frying.
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Wash 100g spinach leaves then heat in a pan until wilted. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • Put the 100g wilted spinach into your blender and pulse until broken down. Add the remaining ingredients (125g wholemeal flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 egg or chia/flax egg, 200ml milk, 1 tablespoon oil and pinch of nutmeg) and blend on high speed until well combined.
  • Heat a little oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and pour spoonfuls of the batter into the pan. I usually use a ¼ cup American cup measure that I have which makes them the perfect size but use whatever you have.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side before turning over with a spatula and cooking the other side. Cooking them slowly is key here so they don't burn on the outside before they're cooked in the middle.
  • Keep warm in a low oven until you're ready to serve them.
  • Can be kept in the fridge for a couple of days once cool or freeze with a sheet of greaseproof paper in between each one to stop them sticking.

Notes

  1. If making a chia/flax egg grind 1 tablespoon seeds in a food processor then mix with 3 tablespoon water. Set aside for a few minutes until you have a gloopy paste.
  2. Nutritional information is approximate and is intended as a guide only.
  3. Cook your pancakes slowly over a low heat to help them retain the green colour.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 84mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1255IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Sabreena

    January 19, 2022 at 4:38 pm

    Can I substitute whole meal flour with Oat flour?

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    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 20, 2022 at 8:17 am

      Hi Sabreena, I haven't tested this so I can't say for sure. I think it would work ok though. Let me know how it goes.

      Reply
      • Sabreena

        January 30, 2022 at 2:57 pm

        Hi Mandy,
        Made the pancakes with oat flour, served it with Parmesan cheese, cremini mushrooms and grape tomatoes.
        These were delicious.

        Reply
        • Mandy Mazliah

          January 31, 2022 at 11:27 am

          Sounds so tasty - glad it worked well with oat flour.

          Reply
  2. Helen

    May 04, 2021 at 6:59 am

    5 stars
    Super easy and delicious, well I thought so...my 3 year old not so much! I slathered mine in goats curd (soft cheese) with a side of baked beans, so good 🙂 I’ll try again with my son! I did his with cheese melted on top.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      May 04, 2021 at 9:39 am

      So glad you liked them at least Helen - maybe you could try them for him with some fruit next time?

      Reply
  3. Frances

    March 28, 2021 at 10:07 pm

    5 stars
    The whole family loves the taste of these.... and the colour!!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      March 29, 2021 at 8:31 am

      They're so beautiful aren't they? Glad you love them x

      Reply
  4. K

    November 12, 2020 at 10:41 am

    5 stars
    Such a quick and easy recipe for the whole family to enjoy. It's a hit!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      November 13, 2020 at 9:29 am

      Hurrah! So happy that you enjoyed the green pancakes x

      Reply
  5. Neil

    July 24, 2020 at 11:00 pm

    Here in Patagonia we make them too, if theres no spinach, we use acelga, = chard.
    Cover them with a white sauce, and put them under the grill to brown them a bit.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      July 27, 2020 at 7:17 pm

      I'll try them with chard next time - sounds delicious

      Reply
  6. Kirsty

    July 15, 2020 at 12:56 pm

    5 stars
    My 11m old loved these! We topped some with gouda, some with hummus, some with pesto and some with creamy mushrooms-all were delish and super easy to make

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      July 15, 2020 at 1:09 pm

      So happy to hear that Kirsty!

      Reply
  7. Mia

    July 09, 2020 at 12:34 pm

    We had these for lunch with cheese and baked beans and although a weird combination worked really well, and enjoyed by even adamont spinach haters!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      July 12, 2020 at 8:12 am

      So glad you enjoyed them Mia!

      Reply
  8. Cat | Curly's Cooking

    January 21, 2019 at 9:21 pm

    5 stars
    What a fantastic colour! They sound very intriguing served with cheese, what a lovely alternative brunch idea.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 21, 2019 at 9:24 pm

      Thanks Cat - they're really good with cheese - my little one loves them

      Reply
  9. Heidi Roberts

    January 21, 2019 at 6:37 pm

    5 stars
    I think these would be great with a spicy cottage cheese filling!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 21, 2019 at 9:25 pm

      Ooh love that idea!

      Reply
  10. Mayuri Patel

    January 21, 2019 at 6:31 pm

    5 stars
    Love the colour of the pancakes. What a brilliant way to get kids to enjoy spinach without much fuss. I'd love to have it with some baked beans and cheese.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 21, 2019 at 9:25 pm

      Baked beans are a great idea - must try that

      Reply
  11. Corina Blum

    January 21, 2019 at 1:01 pm

    5 stars
    They sound delicious! I'm not sure if I'd be able to get my children to eat them or not but at least my 6 year old is happy to try anything now, even though she'll often only take a bite or two.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 21, 2019 at 9:26 pm

      No - green is such a tricky colour isn't it!

      Reply
  12. Nickki

    January 20, 2019 at 8:20 pm

    5 stars
    I think these spinach pancakes look super cool - I would certainly eat them! What a great way to sneak in some extra veg - I would call them Popeye pancakes to appeal to children even more!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 21, 2019 at 9:26 pm

      You know I don't think my kids know who Popeye is - I must show them!

      Reply
  13. Choclette

    March 05, 2018 at 3:25 pm

    Love green pancakes. The colour is fantastic and makes for a much more interesting meal. And it's a good way of sneaking in some extra veg of course 😉

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      March 06, 2018 at 11:06 am

      Thanks Choclette!

      Reply
  14. Kate - gluten free alchemist

    January 30, 2018 at 8:12 pm

    I am a big spinach fan and these pancakes would definitely be welcome on my table. Reckon they would be delicious with a poached egg on top! The colour is beautiful too xx

    Reply
  15. Cathy @ Planet Veggie

    January 30, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    Yum, a great way to use up some spinach. I put spinach in most things, I love it!

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 30, 2018 at 5:07 pm

      Me too, love the stuff!

      Reply
  16. Monika Dabrowski

    January 25, 2018 at 8:05 am

    These look so very appealing, I find green food super attractive! I am sure if you offer these to your children when they are very young and haven't formed any negative opinions about green food yet they'll love it.

    Reply
    • Mandy Mazliah

      January 25, 2018 at 11:33 am

      Thanks Monika - I think that really is the key, getting them young x

      Reply

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