Blue Pancakes

These pancakes are not just pretty but they are delicious and fun to make. The bue colour comes from blue spirulina.

Spirulina is a blue-green algae that is high in protein and nutrients. It is often consumed by athletes and people who are looking for a healthy boost. These pancakes are perfect for a fun breakfast or brunch. Serve them with fresh fruit and maple syrup or chocolate sauce.

Why make blue pancakes?

Blue pancakes are fun to make and they are a great way to get kids to eat spirulina. Spirulina is a superfood that is packed with nutrients. It has a high protein content and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or brunch. They are also great for post-workout meals.

Also if your kids are into the movie Frozen, they will love these blue pancakes because they look like Elsa’s blue dress.

How to make blue pancakes?

Ingredients

• Butter
• All-purpose flour
• Sugar
• Baking powder
• Blue spirulina powder
• Milk
• Eggs
• Oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and spirulina powder.

2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs and oil.

3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

4. Preheat a griddle or frying pan over medium heat.

5. Add some butter to the pan and use a ¼ cup measure to scoop the batter into the pan.

6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.

7. Serve with fresh fruit, maple syrup or chocolate sauce.”

Recipe tips and variations

If you don’t have blue spirulina powder, you can use any other type of spirulina powder or you can omit it altogether.

You can also use food colouring to achieve a similar effect. Just add a few drops of blue food colouring to the batter.

These pancakes are best served fresh but you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a frying pan over medium heat.

For a fun breakfast or brunch, make these blue pancakes and serve them with fresh fruit and maple syrup or chocolate sauce.

FAQs

How do you make blue pancakes?

You can make blue pancakes by adding blue spirulina powder to the batter. You can also use food colouring to achieve a similar effect. Just add a few drops of blue food colouring to the batter.

What are spirulina pancakes?

Spirulina pancakes are pancakes that are made with spirulina powder. Spirulina is a type of algae that is high in protein and nutrients. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or brunch. They are also great for post-workout meals.

Do you have to use spirulina powder?

No, you don’t have to use spirulina powder. You can omit it altogether or you can use any other type of spirulina powder.

What can I serve blue pancakes with?

You can serve blue pancakes with fresh fruit, maple syrup or chocolate sauce.

How long do blue pancakes last?

These pancakes are best served fresh but you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a frying pan over medium heat.

What’s the correct spirulina pronunciation?

The correct spirulina pronunciation is “spy-roo-leen-uh”.

Where can I get spirulina from?

Trader joes, Wholefoods, and amazon.com all sell spirulina.

Can I have these pancakes for dinner?

Of course! These pancakes make a great dinner too. Just add some grilled chicken or salmon and a side salad.

So there you have it! Everything you need to know about blue pancakes. Now go forth and make some of your own. And don’t forget to share this post with your friends so they can make them too.

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