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    MJ & Hungryman » Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes » Spinach Baby Pancakes - Baby Led Weaning

    Spinach Baby Pancakes - Baby Led Weaning

    By Min On March 20, 2021, Updated February 11, 2022

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    Spinach can be tricky to serve to babies. These green baby pancakes are super easy to make, healthy, and the perfect finger food for baby led weaning.

    stacked spinach baby pancakes
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    • Benefits of Spinach
    • Easy Baby Pancakes
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Cooking Tips
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Tips
    • Baby-Friendly Spinach Recipes
    • Spinach Baby Pancakes

    Benefits of Spinach

    Spinach is an incredibly versatile leafy green vegetable. Throw into smoothies, oatmeal, muffins, pancakes...

    Nutritionally, it's a great source of iron, folate, vitamin K, and magnesium. It also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, two carotenoids that are linked to improved eye health (also found in eggs).

    You May Also Like: Green Smoothies

    Easy Baby Pancakes

    These spinach pancakes are super easy to whip up. Simply add all the ingredients into your blender! The inspiration for these came from one of my most popular recipes, Spinach sweet potato blender muffins.

    I want to tell you upfront that these are not your typical fluffy, thick pancakes. Developed with babies in mind, they are super moist and not sweet, making them perfect vehicles for both savory and sweet toppings.

    Looking for another baby friendly pancake? Check out these butternut squash and banana protein pancakes!

    Ingredients

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    Baby Spinach - I do recommend purchasing organic, if able, as it contains high amounts of pesticides. You can add more (up to 2 cups), if you wish. I wouldn't add more than that as the pancakes will taste bitter.

    Greek yogurt - Remember to always get whole fat for babies. If you desire a milder, less tangier flavor, use plain yogurt.

    Rolled oats - You can also use quick cooking. Oat flour will work too, but I recommend making it at home. It's SUPER easy to do and less expensive.

    Applesauce - use unsweetened. It's added to provide just a hint of sweetness. Overall, these pancakes are NOT sweet.

    Homemade unsweetened applesauce

    Instructions

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    1. Add all the ingredients to food processor/blender
    2. Blend until smooth.
    a collage showing pancake in a skillet uncooked and cooked

    3. Drop batter into the pan.

    4. Cook until bubbles start to form and edges begin to appear solid. Flip and cook.

    Cooking Tips

    • After blending, let the batter sit for 5 minutes or so. This will make it easier to scoop/pour into pan.
    • If the bottoms start to brown too much before they are set, lower the heat.
    • Allow to cool COMPLETELY. The pancakes will firm up beautifully as it cools. I've also noticed that the yogurt flavor becomes more mellow as it sits.
    • If you desire a sweeter pancake, do NOT add more applesauce. What I learned is that the unsweetened applesauce + Greek yogurt make the pancakes quite tart. Instead, add ½ medium banana, mashed.

    Serving Suggestions

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    As mentioned, these baby pancakes are not sweet. Since babies are born with innate preferences for sweets, I wanted the flavors of spinach and yogurt to shine through to help babies learn to appreciate them.

    You can serve as is or make every bite count by spreading on top:

    • peanut, nut butter, or seed butter (be sure to thin it out)
    • yogurt
    • dips
    • mashed avocado
    • mashed beans
    • canned sardine or salmon, mashed
    • mashed fruit

    You can also turn these pancakes into sandwiches! Simply spread any of the above topping suggestions onto one pancake and then press another one on top!

    Be sure to pair with a vitamin C rich food to enhance iron absorption!

    By the way, this plate is AMAZING! It’s so spacious, allowing plenty of room for small hands to explore, and the suction is so powerful! My baby has not once been able to remove from the table.

    Storage Tips

    Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Warm slightly before serving (no more than 15 seconds in the microwave).

    Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Here's how I like to freeze them.

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    stacked spinach baby pancakes

    Spinach Baby Pancakes

    These green baby pancakes are super easy to make, healthy, and the perfect finger food for baby led weaning.
    4.97 from 28 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 8 pancakes
    Author: Min | MJ and Hungryman

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup packed baby spinach
    • ½ cup (120g) whole fat plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 medium egg
    • ⅔ cup (65g) rolled oats
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts (optional)

    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to food processor/blender minus walnuts and blend until smooth. Stir in walnuts, if using. Let batter sit for 5-8 minutes.
    • Heat a pan or griddle over medium to medium-low heat. Coat pan with butter or oil. Drop 1-2 tablespoons of batter into the pan. Cook until bubbles start to form and the edges of the pancake begin to appear solid(about 3 minutes). Carefully flip. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. 
    • Serve as is or with topping of choice (see note)

    Notes

    • If the bottoms start to brown too much before they are set, lower the heat.
    • Allow to cool COMPLETELY. The pancakes will firm up beautifully as it cools. I've also noticed that the yogurt flavor becomes more mellow as it sits.
    • If you desire a sweeter pancake, do NOT add more applesauce. What I learned is that the unsweetened applesauce + Greek yogurt make the pancakes quite tart. Instead, add ½ medium banana, mashed.
    • Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. Warm slightly before serving (no more than 15 seconds in the microwave). Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
    Course breakfast, snack
    Cuisine American
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    About Min

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I am Min, a Registered Dietitian, a Christ follower, a wife, and a mom to our two miracle babies! Currently, I’m having a ton of fun feeding their tummies and sharing our baby led weaning journey! Follow me on Instagram if interested in seeing daily menu as well as tips and tricks.

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    Comments

    1. Patty says

      May 19, 2022 at 1:40 am

      Can I use frozen spinach?

      Reply
    2. Gaya says

      April 29, 2022 at 1:30 am

      I made this for my 10 mo then realized it has baking powder which is not recommended for babies under 1yo. She loved it, hope she takes it well.

      Reply
      • Min says

        April 29, 2022 at 5:43 am

        Hi Mama! Baking powder is fine for babies. The concern is the sodium but remember it's for the whole recipe and your baby is eating a small portion at a time. Baking powder acts as a leavening agent, increasing the volume and lightening the texture. You can also read more about sodium for babies here - turns out you don't have to worry TOO Much - https://www.mjandhungryman.com/salt-sodium-for-babies-and-toddlers/

        Reply
    3. Alison says

      February 17, 2022 at 2:31 pm

      My 12 month old LOVES these. I make a big batch and fridge/freeze them for easy breakfasts. Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 17, 2022 at 3:10 pm

        SO happy to hear! Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    4. Marilyn says

      February 05, 2022 at 4:03 pm

      Hi will I be able to use Chinese spinach instead of baby spinach? Will it affect the taste?

      Reply
      • Min says

        February 05, 2022 at 8:49 pm

        HI I don't recommend it

        Reply
    5. Rachel says

      November 28, 2021 at 8:12 am

      Could I use pumpkin purée instead of apple?

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 28, 2021 at 3:37 pm

        haven't tried but believe it will work

        Reply
    6. Katelyn says

      November 16, 2021 at 6:25 am

      5 stars
      So good! I didn’t have applesauce so I substituted a banana instead. The recipe made enough for my little guy to have four mini pancakes, and for my breakfast as well! They were very soft and easy for him to eat. Definitely will be keeping this recipe in my back pocket 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 16, 2021 at 6:51 am

        I'm so glad!! Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    7. Sally says

      November 15, 2021 at 2:27 am

      4 stars
      I made them once was a fail with frozen spinach but hey baby didn't complain and we don't waste food. Making them again now fresh spinach, added a bit of banana and then I'm wondering was I meant to add it to the blender or is it for serving too late now but just curious 🙂 thank you

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 15, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        Yes add banana to the blender with the rest of the ingredients 😉

        Reply
    8. Martha Homenuke says

      November 13, 2021 at 7:40 pm

      I made these for my baby for breakfast on his first birthday 🙂

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 13, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        Happy birthday!!

        Reply
    9. Dora Bozga says

      November 10, 2021 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      SO GOOD! Thank you so much!

      Reply
    10. Yunyoung says

      November 10, 2021 at 1:51 pm

      5 stars
      Another spinach recipe I love to make for my little. So easy to make and delicious!

      Reply
    11. Slgi says

      November 10, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      So good!!! My picky baby would eat this one!!
      Lately, My baby is having a hard time chewing and swallowing, but this pancake is so soft, he could chew and swallow everything!!
      I highly recommend this recipe for babies who doesn’t like purees and likes finger foods but still not able to take on hard textures. Or babies who are transitioning from purees to finger foods.
      I love that it is packed with nutrients! My baby somehow likes the taste of walnuts. So I put plenty of them.

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 3:16 pm

        Yay!!! Thanks mama

        Reply
    12. Emily says

      November 10, 2021 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      These are delicious! My daughter loves them and my husband and I do as well! They're super nutrient dense and easy to make! I froze some and they heated up perfectly. Great to send with my daughter's lunch as well

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 1:19 pm

        Yes! I've been packing them for my son's lunchbox and his teacher told me how much he enjoys them!

        Reply
    13. Mariam Aziz says

      November 10, 2021 at 10:39 am

      5 stars
      So easy to make, delicious and nutritious! Have been making these and freezing as it’s such a quick and easy meal for little one

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 4:30 pm

        Yay!

        Reply
    14. Emma says

      November 10, 2021 at 10:10 am

      5 stars
      I make this without the walnuts and it’s one of my baby’s favorite foods! He likes it with an added banana and also without.

      Reply
    15. Tonette says

      October 01, 2021 at 11:24 pm

      Hi! Can I use buttermilk instead of greek yogurt?

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 02, 2021 at 10:01 pm

        I haven't tried so I can't tell you for certain

        Reply
    16. Lily says

      September 29, 2021 at 4:48 pm

      Can the Greek yoghurt be substituted by ricotta cheese?

      Reply
      • Min says

        September 29, 2021 at 7:51 pm

        I haven't tried by believe it will work!

        Reply
    17. Kailey says

      September 07, 2021 at 3:06 pm

      5 stars
      I think I failed because I used a cup of frozen spinach, not fresh spinach. also I fried them too much so they all turned out brown, not green. I love the idea so I’ll try again later! Thank you for the recipe!!

      Reply
    18. Gk says

      September 04, 2021 at 10:55 pm

      Do you know if I can make this without the egg? Dealing with baby with egg allergy.

      Reply
      • Min says

        September 06, 2021 at 6:40 am

        I haven't tried myself but many moms have told me that these turned out well with flax eggs!

        Reply
    19. PJ says

      August 27, 2021 at 8:50 am

      Firstly, this is an awesome fuss free recipe and my baby love the pancakes so a big thank you! Can I ask how do I reheat up the leftovers after putting them in the fridge if I don't have a microwave?

      Reply
      • Min says

        August 27, 2021 at 3:48 pm

        You're welcome! You can simply take out of the fridge and allow to come to room temperature or use the toaster oven if you have one!

        Reply
    20. Celine says

      August 08, 2021 at 5:13 pm

      Can I use coconut yogurt to make I dairy free?

      Reply
      • Min says

        August 09, 2021 at 6:46 am

        you bet!

        Reply
    21. Shell says

      July 20, 2021 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      Might be a silly question, but could this be cooked in a waffle maker? 😆

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 29, 2021 at 6:43 am

        I haven't tried but I don't think it will work as the batter isn't thick enough..But maybe? I don't have much experience making waffles so not sure!

        Reply
    22. Annie says

      March 22, 2021 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks for the great recipe! Would I be able to make the batter the night before? I have to get ready for work in the morning so any pre-prep is always helpful!

      Reply
      • Min says

        May 11, 2021 at 7:32 pm

        Yes!

        Reply

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