Description
These Sweet Potato Pancakes are soft, fluffy, and perfectly spiced, making a hearty and comforting breakfast or brunch. Paired with warm maple syrup, they deliver a delicious balance of sweetness and warmth that’s ideal for cozy mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pancakes:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk (or your preferred dairy-free milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Maple Syrup:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potato: Peel and chop the sweet potato into chunks, then boil or roast until soft. Mash it until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Pancake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In another bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix for a light, fluffy batter.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through, flipping when small bubbles appear on the surface.
- Prepare the Maple Syrup: While the pancakes are cooking, warm the maple syrup in a small saucepan over low heat. Optionally, stir in 1 tablespoon of butter for extra richness.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve the pancakes hot with warm maple syrup drizzled over them. Optionally, top with whipped cream, toasted pecans, or a dusting of cinnamon for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- If short on time, canned unsweetened mashed sweet potato can be used as a shortcut.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep pancakes fluffy; small lumps are okay.
- Great topping ideas include fresh fruit like bananas or berries, chopped nuts, or Greek yogurt.
- Pair with crispy bacon, sausage, or a fresh fruit salad for a complete breakfast.
- A warm cup of spiced chai tea or coffee complements these pancakes perfectly.
