Description
These Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes are a delightful breakfast option that combines natural sweetness with a fluffy texture. Perfect for a quick weekday breakfast or a lazy weekend brunch, they are both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet potato, cooked and mashed or pureed
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or oat milk
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg or ground ginger (optional)
- Coconut oil or avocado oil spray for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare Your Sweet Potato: Roast, boil, or microwave the sweet potato until fork-tender. Let it cool slightly, then peel and mash it thoroughly, ideally using a food processor for a smooth puree. You’ll need about 1 cup of mashed sweet potato.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potato, eggs, milk, and any added sweetener. Ensure everything is well combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and any other spices like nutmeg or ginger.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Carefully add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Heat the Griddle: Place a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease it with coconut oil or avocado oil.
- Cook the Pancakes: Using a 1/4 cup measure, pour the batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until bubbles form and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a preheated oven if needed. Serve immediately with your favorite healthy toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend or oat flour. You can also add nuts, seeds, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and nutrition.