Making Banana Spinach Pancakes can be incredibly rewarding if you follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare the Spinach: Start by washing and chopping the fresh spinach.
2. Mash the Banana: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana until it’s smooth.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the milk, egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Whisk until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar (if using), and a pinch of salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined. Avoid over-mixing; it’s okay if some lumps remain.
6. Fold in Spinach: Gently fold in the chopped spinach until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
7. Preheat the Skillet: Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat and add a bit of cooking oil or butter.
8. Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
9. Repeat: Continue until all batter is used, adding more oil to the skillet as necessary.
10. Serve Warm: Stack the pancakes on a warm plate and keep them covered while you finish cooking the others.