Description
Bright green pancakes with pops of red for the Grinch’s heart, perfect for Christmas morning or any kid-focused celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach pureed with 2 tbsp water (or 1/2 tsp green gel food coloring)
- Sliced strawberries, whipped cream, and mini chocolate chips for decoration
Instructions
- Make a smooth batter: whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined (a few lumps are okay).
- Fold in spinach puree or gel food coloring for color.
- Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes.
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle to 350–375°F.
- Grease lightly with butter or oil and pour 1/4 cup batter per pancake.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes until edges set and bubbles appear, then flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Decorate with sliced strawberries, whipped cream, and mini chocolate chips.
Notes
Resting the batter helps create fluffy pancakes. Use fresh leavening for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American