The Altered Chef Looking for an entertaining, zero artificial coloring pancake recipe for St. Patrick’s Day? Then this recipe is for you! Suitable for kids, family, and friends! Instead of using artificial coloring to get that St. Patrick’s Day green, I used a light blend of all-natural spinach. The best part… no need to tell anyone it’s healthy or natural coloring because you can’t taste the spinach! To enhance the overall flavor, I added cinnamon and vanilla.
Want to make St. Patrick’s Day breakfast even more fun for your kids this year? Sprinkle with Lucky Charms! Let’s not forget the adults on this fun holiday! Check out our Irish Cream Pancake Sauce! Adults are sure to enjoy this holiday inspired adult only sauce. This pancake recipe is not only perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, it’s fun, health inspired, and easy to make year round! As always, enjoy your holiday and I love to hear your thoughts!
-Simply Enjoy
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Naturally-Dyed Green Pancakes
Description
Naturally-Dyed Green Pancakes
Naturally-Dyed Green Pancakes
Instructions
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In mixing bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk. Set aside.
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Using a blender – blend the spinach, milk, eggs, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
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Mix the liquid green mixture to the flour mixture. Whisk. Should be a little thick, and not super watery. If it is too thick, add 1-2 tbsp more of milk.
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Heat a large non-stick griddle over medium high heat, spray with oil or melt butter/some sort of oil to grease.
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Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the pan. Flip when you start to see it bubble, should be a little brown on each side.
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Serve with your favorite toppings – Peanut Butter, Maple Syrup, Honey, etc. For something fun on St. Patrick’s Day, top with Lucky Charms as pictured. Simply Enjoy!