Deliciously festive gluten free protein pancakes full of all the good things -- satisfying protein, fiber-filled whole grains, even spinach! These are great any time of year, not just for St. Patrick's Day
Ok ok, I know what you're thinking. You're thinking "Geez, Meme. You've taken these protein pancake things a little too far. We know you like them at lot. And we know you like spinach. But Sugar Plum Fairy, you should not combine the two. Maybe lay off posting so many pancake recipes while you're at it."
[In case you missed it, I posted Valentine's Day protein pancakes less than a month ago]
I understand your sentiments, and I appreciate you referring to me as a sugar plum fairy. But I just want to stress that THESE ARE SO GOOD. I ate the entire batch (not in one sitting, of course) and never noticed any taste of spinach, other than the fact that they are vibrant green in color.
Spinach in pancakes?! I am jumping for joy over here. Spinach in pancakes, y'all! Spinach in my protein pancakes! I'm pretty much never not putting spinach in my pancakes ever again because I am a sucker for getting in extra veggies whenever possible, especially at breakfast.
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Friends, I really need you to make these protein pancakes if you haven't already. I've made one million different flavors (see the bottom of the post for all the options). And more importantly, today is National Pancake Day, whoop whoop!
If you have any self-respect then you will make these.
A) It's National Pancake Day.
B) Protein Pancakes are the greatest thing to happen to breakfast since... ever.
C) They have spinach in them, so you get extra veggies at breakfast.
D) They have spinach in them, so they're green. St. Patrick's Day is next week, so you need green pancakes.
If I haven't convinced you yet then I give up. I would make these for you if I could, but my next best offer is to share the recipe. The recipe makes 12 pancakes where each serving is 2 pancakes, so it serves 6.
I like making a big batch and eating them every morning for the week. I also freeze them. They are great to have for a quick, delicious, and nutritious breakfast.
Protein Pancakes are packed with protein & fiber and seriously keep you full for hours. [Check below if you need more protein pancake inspiration and flavors].
These protein pancakes are life-changing (yay for not feeling hungry all morning & wishing lunch was at 10 am instead of 12 pm). And now that I've put spinach in them, I am even more in love 💚
St. Patrick's Day Pancakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup oats
- 4 cups fresh spinach 100g
- 1 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 6 eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 TBSP chia seeds
- 1 TBSP vanilla extract
- maple syrup & butter for serving
Instructions
- Add the oats and spinach to a food processor or blender, and blend for about 20 seconds.
- Add the remaining ingredients (cottage cheese, eggs, baking soda, chia seeds, and vanilla extract) to the food processor, and blend until smooth. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a griddle or skillet to medium meat. Add about 1/2 cup batter for each pancake to the preheated griddle/skillet, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until bubbles form on the top. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until done. Repeat with remaining batter. (Recipe makes 12 pancakes)
- Serve with maple syrup and butter if desired.
Notes
*Please use real maple syrup. Don't use that fake syrup junk; I beg of you.
*I used regular cottage cheese but you can use any type. Make sure to check the ingredients and find the one with simple ingredients (not lots of additives, preservatives, etc.)
Want more protein pancakes?
Cinnamon Roll Protein Pancakes
Bananas Foster Protein Pancakes
Berries & Cream Protein Pancakes
Oven Baked Protein Pancakes -- this is my favorite way to make the protein pancakes
Meme
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Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
I love themed food!! 🙂 These look perfect!
Meme says
Right?! Themed food is so fun 🙂
EA-The Spicy RD says
Who knew green pancakes could look so pretty?! And, seriously, why have I never thought to add spinach {or any other veggies} to my pancakes before? Genius! I'm not 100% sure my kids would go for these, but that would just mean more pancakes for me 🙂
Meme says
Thanks EA!!! I was so excited when it worked. More pancakes for you is always a good thing, right? 😉
EA-The Spicy RD says
Such a fun recipe Meme, and who knew that spinach pancakes could be so pretty?! I'm not sure my kids would eat these or not, BUT, if not, that just means more pancakes for me 🙂
Meme says
🙂
Kalee @ The Crowded Table says
LOVE the pretty green color, such a fun St. Patty's Day breakfast! 🙂
Meme says
Thanks!! I was so impressed with how green they turned out (without tasting "green")
Liz - Meal Makeover Mom says
I have never made pancakes with spinach. I need to give it a try! Great recipe for the holiday 🙂
Meme says
Thanks, Liz! This was my first try, and I've been doing it ever since. Such an easy way to get veggies in the morning 🙂
Priya says
I have to give these a try! Did you use low-fat cottage cheese or regular?
Meme says
I used regular, but you are more than welcome to use low-fat or fat-free. I've had success with them. I would be cautious to read the ingredients for the low-fat and fat-free cottage cheeses; sometimes they have additives, preservatives, etc. that you probably don't want.
Enjoy! 🙂
Tamica says
I'm def going to make these. 1 1/2 what of cottage cheese? Cups? Tablespoons?
Thank you!
Meme says
Ah! Thanks for catching that typo, Tamica. It's for 1 1/2 CUPS of cottage cheese. I edited the recipe. Hope you love them as much as me 🙂