Sweet Potato Pancakes
Deliciously soft and fluffy sweet potato pancakes perfect for a wholesome breakfast or snack, blending natural sweetness with warm spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (plus extra for cooking)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip pancakes and cook for another 2 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, yogurt, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the batter. These pancakes pair wonderfully with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey.