Nutritious Green Smoothie Pancakes

Ingredients

Coconut oil

2 tablespoons, for cooking and additional for greasing

Maple syrup

1/4 cup, plus extra for drizzling

Salt

1/4 teaspoon

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

Vanilla extract

1 teaspoon

Egg

1, large

Milk

1 cup, any variety (dairy or non-dairy)

Rolled oats

1 cup

Ripe banana

1, medium

Fresh spinach

1 cup, packed

Optional toppings

fresh fruit, yogurt, nuts, or seeds

Instructions

1. In a blender, combine the spinach, banana, rolled oats, milk, egg, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, and maple syrup.
2. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly.
4. Pour 1/4 cup of the pancake batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
5. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges appear set.
6. Carefully flip the pancakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
7. Transfer the pancakes to a plate and keep them warm while you cook the remaining batter.
8. Serve your Nutritious Green Smoothie Pancakes topped with fresh fruit, a dollop of yogurt, and a drizzle of maple syrup for extra sweetness.