Sweet Potato Pancakes
Fluffy and flavorful sweet potato pancakes that combine wholesome ingredients for a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack.
- 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 cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- Vegetable oil or butter for cooking
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, buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or butter.
- Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the skillet for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the pancakes and cook for another 2 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil or butter as needed.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, nuts, or fresh fruit.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the batter. Serve pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup and a dollop of Greek yogurt for a delicious twist.