Sweet Potato Pancakes

These Sweet Potato Pancakes are a delicious take on regular pancakes. To a basic pancake batter add mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar and the warming flavor of pumpkin pie spice. The result are these light and fluffy pancakes that are utterly delicious.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword fluffy sweet potato pancakes, sweet potato pancakes recipe

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 255kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Medium mixing bowl
whisk
Skillet or griddle
spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Ladle or cup

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoom salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup milk
2 large eggs lightly beaten
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled
2 Tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed sweet potato
cooking spray

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the mashed sweet potato and whisk. You will have bits of sweet potato in the mixture.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently. Mix just until the batter is combined; be careful not to over mix.
Allow the mixture to sit for 20 minutes.
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray. Pour about ¼ cup portions of the batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
Cook the pancakes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the pancakes from the griddle and keep them warm. Continue with the remaining batter. Serve the sweet potato pancakes warm with toppings such as maple syrup, butter, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Notes

Allowing your batter to sit for 20 minutes before pouring on the griddle will allow your pancakes to be airy and fluffy.
For an extra flavor boost, add a handful of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter before cooking. They'll complement the rich sweetness of the sweet potato beautifully.
If the batter seems too thick or thin, adjust by adding a touch more milk or flour respectively to achieve the desired consistency. The ideal batter should be pourable but not overly runny.

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