Favorite Christmas Pancakes

These are a perfect holiday breakfast to share with the kids. They can be made on the stovetop or in the oven, are packed with nutrition—and yummy flavor!

Ingredients 

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– Baby spinach – Banana – Eggs – Milk – Vanilla extract – Whole wheat flour – Baking powder – Cinnamon

Blend

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Add all ingredients to a blender except the flour and baking powder. Blend on high until very well combined, about 20-30 seconds.

Mix

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Once no noticeable flecks of spinach are left, stir or pulse in the flour and baking powder. Thoroughly combine without over-mixing.

Cook

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Warm a nonstick or cast iron skillet or griddle over medium heat and coat with oil or butter. Pour small rounds of batter and let cook about 3-4 minutes. Flip.

To make in a sheet pan:

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Increase the flour to 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons. Line a quarter sheet pan with parchment paper. Pour batter on top, spreading to about ½ inch thick.

To make in a sheet pan:

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Top with sliced strawberries and white chocolate chips, if desired. Bake at 400 degrees F for 10-14 minutes.

Serve

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Serve the pancakes warm with fruit, maple syrup, or another favorite dip. The pancake is tender, so be gentle.

Store

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Store leftovers, once cooled, in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat on a heat-safe plate in 15 second increments to warm through.

Favorite  Christmas Pancakes

You can also freeze pancakes and pull out a few at a time to heat up for quick kids meals on future days. Or use as a make-ahead Christmas Breakfast.