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    MJ & Hungryman ยป Baby/Kid-Friendly Recipes ยป Spinach Pancakes (with yogurt)

    Spinach Pancakes (with yogurt)

    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 Spinach Pancakes
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Cooking Tips
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Tips
    • Baby-Friendly Spinach Recipes
    • More Pancake Recipes
    • Spinach Pancakes

    Benefits of Spinach

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

    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).

    Easy Spinach 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

    all the ingredients laid out on a white background

    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 ยฝ medium banana, mashed.

    Serving Suggestions

    spinach pancake, Greek yogurt preloaded onto a baby spoon, and a strawberry serve on a white plate

    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! Itโ€™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.

    Baby-Friendly Spinach Recipes

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    stacked spinach baby pancakes

    Spinach Pancakes

    These green baby pancakes are super easy to make, healthy, and the perfect finger food for baby led weaning.
    4.96 from 44 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
    • ยฝ cup (120g) whole milk plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 medium egg
    • โ…” cup (65g) rolled oats
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ยฝ 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.ย 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.ย 
    • 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 ยฝ 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.ย 

    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, Iโ€™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. Erin H says

      January 27, 2023 at 3:35 pm

      Hi! Iโ€™m so excited to make these for my 7 month old whoโ€™s been a rockstar at BLW! I just wanted to ask if I could replace the banana with strawberries or raspberries? Heโ€™s not the biggest banana fan. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Min says

        January 30, 2023 at 11:02 am

        Hi! so awesome that your baby is doing so well with self-feeding! There's on banana in this recipe so I'm wondering if you're asking about another recipe?

        Reply
    2. Meghan says

      January 08, 2023 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      Can I just tell you that my baby is OBSESSED with these pancakes?! When she sees the green pancakes come out, she starts squealing in excitement. I cook and freeze them for easy meals, and we almost always have them on hand. Thank you so much for the great recipe.

      Reply
      • Min says

        January 08, 2023 at 7:12 pm

        Ah!! I'm squealing in excitement reading this comment :). Thank you for sharing!

        Reply
    3. Ashley says

      October 10, 2022 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      Yum! Love that they donโ€™t have banana in them. I had made these on the stovetop in my frying pan before, but now that baby is a little older I made them in my mini pancake maker (the size of a mini waffle maker). Two heaping tablespoons made beautiful pancakes! We love a little smear of nut butter on top. Thanks for the recipe! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Min says

        October 10, 2022 at 7:45 pm

        Love it!! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    4. mellie says

      August 18, 2022 at 9:17 pm

      4 stars
      I Just want to comment in case it helps someone:
      My 7 month old is starting to refuse purรฉes and being spoon fed in preference for self feeding (sucking a pouch) and handling food with his hands except he canโ€™t seem to manage food to mouth well (but practicing)! Anyway, heโ€™s our first and I am at my wits end with BLW and finding appropriate finger food for him to handle then top up with purรฉe so he gets a โ€œmealโ€. We have spent weeks stressed (me) and (baby) crying at every meal time.

      I made these pancakes just now and my taste test is WOW! I love them and I do not like pancakes.

      What I like is that it is flour free, nutrient dense and such a flexible recipe where you can substitute with what you have on hand. I replaced:
      -Spinach with approx 4oz pea purรฉe I had on hand.
      -Greek Yoghurt with Sour Cream

      Next time I would increase the amount of apple sauce slightly or perhaps add a tiny bit of maple syrup but geeze, this recipe is a winner. Iโ€™m also try making it more savoury too, like add a meat purรฉe.

      Reply
      • mellie says

        August 19, 2022 at 1:11 am

        5 stars
        I just read the note about not adding more apple sauce to sweeten. Thanks!

        Reply
      • Min says

        August 19, 2022 at 2:16 pm

        This totally made my day! Thank you for sharing your suggestions so that others can try as well!

        Reply
    5. Sherouk Sabry says

      July 02, 2022 at 4:43 am

      5 stars
      My LO loved itโค๏ธโค๏ธ Thnq so much

      Reply
      • Min says

        July 02, 2022 at 6:15 am

        So happy to hear! Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    6. Ann says

      June 30, 2022 at 10:42 am

      I just made these for my twin one year old grandchildren and they absolutely loved them! I didn't have any walnuts so I had to.omit those, but added 1/2 a ripe banana. Will definitely add this to the make again list!

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 30, 2022 at 2:33 pm

        Yay!!! So happy to hear! Thank you for taking the time to share ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    7. Jenny says

      June 22, 2022 at 10:39 am

      Hello!

      These pancakes look so good. My baby has an egg allergy. Is there something else I can replace it with or maybe leave out the egg?

      Thanks in advance!
      Jenny

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 22, 2022 at 3:06 pm

        Hi Jenny! You can use flax egg!

        Reply
    8. BT says

      June 21, 2022 at 10:14 pm

      Hi, wondering if I can thaw these in the refrigerator the night before and send them cold for a school lunch cold the next day?

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 22, 2022 at 5:50 am

        Hi! Yes! I do this all the time!

        Reply
    9. Carolina says

      June 10, 2022 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      Make these for your kids, trust me! I was scared the green color would scare my babes off, but my son is currently obsessed with The Hulk, so I dove right in. Peopleโ€”he ate 4 of them!!! I slathered some plain green yogurt on top with a โ€œjamโ€ (blended berries) and made pancake sandwiches. These are such a great recipe! Make sure you use baking POWDER, not SODA. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 10, 2022 at 11:10 am

        Aww SOO happy to hear that these were a hit! Thank you for sharing, mama!

        Reply
    10. Heidi says

      June 01, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      My baby loved these and I did too! I appreciate how nutritious they are and will definitely make these regularly. Theyโ€™re perfect for packing for a plane or train ride when Iโ€™d like to avoid a big mess in a public space.

      Reply
      • Min says

        June 01, 2022 at 4:25 pm

        So glad to hear! And yes these are def one of my go-tos for traveling or dining out!

        Reply
    11. Patty says

      May 19, 2022 at 1:40 am

      Can I use frozen spinach?

      Reply
    12. 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
    13. 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
    14. 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
    15. Rachel says

      November 28, 2021 at 8:12 am

      Could I use pumpkin purรฉe instead of apple?

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 28, 2021 at 3:37 pm

        haven't tried but believe it will work

        Reply
    16. Katelyn says

      November 16, 2021 at 6:25 am

      5 stars
      So good! I didnโ€™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 ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 16, 2021 at 6:51 am

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

        Reply
      • YJ says

        December 21, 2022 at 8:35 am

        Hi Min, would like to check if the spinach needs to be cooked before blending? I have tried blending raw spinach and it does not give a homogenous mixture. Thanks for the advice!

        Reply
        • Min says

          December 21, 2022 at 1:31 pm

          No need to blend! It def helps to have a high-powered blender. If not, try to get it as smooth as you can but the recipe will still work with small chunks of spinach

          Reply
    17. 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 ๐Ÿ™‚ thank you

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 15, 2021 at 7:34 pm

        Yes add banana to the blender with the rest of the ingredients ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    18. Martha Homenuke says

      November 13, 2021 at 7:40 pm

      I made these for my baby for breakfast on his first birthday ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 13, 2021 at 7:54 pm

        Happy birthday!!

        Reply
    19. Dora Bozga says

      November 10, 2021 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      SO GOOD! Thank you so much!

      Reply
    20. 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
    21. 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 doesnโ€™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
    22. 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
    23. 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 itโ€™s such a quick and easy meal for little one

      Reply
      • Min says

        November 10, 2021 at 4:30 pm

        Yay!

        Reply
    24. Emma says

      November 10, 2021 at 10:10 am

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

      Reply
    25. 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
    26. 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
    27. 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 Iโ€™ll try again later! Thank you for the recipe!!

      Reply
    28. 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
    29. 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
    30. 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
    31. 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? ๐Ÿ˜†

      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
    32. 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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