Moringa Pancakes Recipe – Moringa For Kids

by | Oct 2, 2025 | Blog | 0 comments

Welcome to Moringa for Kids—where we cook, play, and grow with Moringa.

At Moringa For Life, we believe that sharing the power of Moringa is about more than nutrition—it’s about connection. Food is culture, tradition, and family. That’s why our founder, Mariko, recently stepped into the kitchen with her grandson Davis to cook something simple, fun, and full of meaning: Moringa Pancakes.

The recipe, featured in Mohana Gill’s Moringalicious Malaysia children’s book, is more than just a tasty breakfast. It’s a gateway to showing children how food can nourish both body and spirit. By whisking Moringa into everyday favorites like pancakes, we’re helping the next generation embrace this “miracle tree” in a way that feels natural, joyful, and delicious.

Cooking together is also a powerful learning experience. For Davis, measuring flour, cracking eggs, and mixing in that vibrant green Moringa powder wasn’t just about making a meal—it was about creating a memory. For Mariko, it was a moment to pass down not only a recipe, but also a legacy of health, sustainability, and love for the earth.

That’s the true gift of Moringa: it roots us in health while connecting us to each other. Whether it’s planting a tree, sipping tea, or flipping pancakes, each small action adds up to a bigger movement—one where families, communities, and even future generations are nourished and empowered.

 

Click Here to watch the video of Mariko & Davis making Moringa Pancakes

 

 

FULL RECIPE:

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  •  salt to taste
  • 1 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 3 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon Moringa leaf powder

Method

  1. In a large bowl, sift flour and baking powder.
  2. Add sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg.
  3. Add the moringa powder–the batter will turn a lovely green!
  4. Mix batter until smooth.
  5. Lightly oil a pan or griddle over medium heat.
  6. With a ladle or large spoon, scoop up some batter and pour onto the pan or griddle.
  7. Cook for 2-3 minutes
  8. Flip, and cook the other side until browned.
  9. Serve warm with drizzles of honey, syrup, or jam of your choice.

 

 

Why Kids Love It

  • Bright green color makes it fun and exciting.
  • Sweet and fluffy, with a boost of Moringa nutrition.
  • Cooking together builds confidence, creativity, and connection.

That’s another recipe from Moringa for Kids—simple, fun, and full of life. See you in the kitchen for the next one!