I try to make them as healthy as I can, by adding pureed stuff from the magical Vita-Mix. So, with the Sneaky Chef in mind... today's goal: Chocolate Pancakes.
What goes into Chocolate Pancakes that could possibly make them HEALTHY, you ask? Spinach and blueberries. (and cocoa powder and a pinch of instant coffee to bring out the chocolate flavor). Perhaps I put a little too much spinach in mine, eh?
Yes, I know, green pancakes, yuck, right? I had the flash on the camera, so they actually look a lot greener here than they did in person. Rather than keep adding stuff, and totally screwing it up, I just went with it. (with a few added chocolate chips) The verdict: They tasted like warm, buttery chocolate CAKE! No butter or syrup needed! SCORE!!
I know you won't believe ME, so...
I didn't measure things out, but here's the basic recipe:
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2c. spinach (less if you don't want it green, but it may taste a little fruity)
1c. water
1T unsweetened dark cocoa powder
1/2 tsp instant coffee
Blend. Then mix with:
1 1/2 Hungry Jack Pancake Mix
Cook as normal, sprinkling a few chocolate chips into each one as they are cooking.
Oh yes, and I had to stop Makenna after 4 of them. YOU CANNOT TASTE THE SPINACH AT ALL!!!
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