Imagine a breakfast that combines the hearty warmth of sweet potatoes with the classic comfort of fluffy pancakes - a culinary magic that transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary experiences! These Savory Sweet Potato Pancakes are not just a meal; they're a delightful journey of flavor that will revolutionize your breakfast routine. Packed with nutrition, bursting with subtle sweetness, and incredibly easy to prepare, these pancakes are about to become your new weekend obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- Butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well incorporated.
- In a separate small bowl, beat the large egg and mix it with the milk. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it.
- Gently fold and mix the wet and dry ingredients together until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the pancakes tough.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small pat of butter and allow it to melt, coating the cooking surface evenly.
- Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the batter onto the heated surface. Allow the pancakes to cook for 2-3 minutes until small bubbles form on the surface.
- Carefully flip the pancakes and cook the opposite side for an additional 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked pancakes to a warm plate and continue cooking the remaining batter, adding butter to the pan as needed.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like maple syrup, Greek yogurt, or a sprinkle of additional cinnamon.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth batter mixing and even cooking.
- Don't overmix the batter - slight lumps are perfectly okay and will help keep your pancakes tender.
- Make sure your skillet or griddle is properly preheated to medium heat before cooking to achieve that perfect golden-brown color.
- If your mashed sweet potatoes are cold, warm them slightly to help them blend more easily with other ingredients.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of vanilla extract to the batter.
- Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low-temperature oven (around 200°F) while preparing the entire batch.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or oat flour.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg
