Sweet Potato Pancakes

If breakfast could talk, it would ask for these sweet potato pancakes every morning. They are fluffy, golden, and full of cozy flavor that feels like a warm hug on a plate. This sweet potato pancake recipe is easy, comforting, and will make you look like a breakfast pro without even trying.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This sweet potato pancakes recipe creates soft, flavorful pancakes with a hint of natural sweetness. The mashed sweet potato adds moisture and a rich taste that pairs perfectly with cinnamon and brown sugar. They cook up light and tender, and they’re surprisingly healthy too.

Prep Time

• Preparation: 10 minutes
• Cooking: 15 minutes
• Total: 25 minutes

Servings

Makes about 8 pancakes (serves 4 people).

Nutrition Info (per serving)

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Fat: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 32 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g

Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Kitchen Tools Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Nonstick skillet or griddle
• Spatula

How to Make Sweet Potato Pancakes

1. In a large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together mashed sweet potato, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
4. Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium heat.
5. Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake and cook until bubbles form on the surface.
6. Flip and cook until both sides are golden brown.
7. Serve warm with syrup, butter, or nuts for a bit of crunch.

Tips for the Best Sweet Potato Pancake

• Use fully cooked, mashed sweet potatoes for a smooth batter.
• Do not overmix or the pancakes will become dense.
• Cook over medium heat to get a soft center and crisp edges.

Are Sweet Potato Pancakes Gluten Free

Traditional sweet potato pancakes are not gluten free because they use regular flour. However, you can easily make them gluten free by swapping the all-purpose flour for a gluten free blend. The taste and texture will remain delicious.

Are Sweet Potato Pancakes Healthy

Yes, sweet potato pancakes can be healthy when made with natural ingredients and minimal sugar. Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. They make pancakes more nutritious without losing flavor or fluffiness.

Final Thought

Start your morning with this simple sweet potato pancake recipe and see how good breakfast can be. Try it today and tell us how your batch turned out. Share your thoughts in the comment section and help others perfect their pancakes too!

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Sweet Potato Pancakes

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

These sweet potato pancakes are pure breakfast bliss. Soft, pillowy, and golden on the edges, they deliver a warm, buttery sweetness that melts in your mouth. Each bite bursts with cozy cinnamon flavor and smooth, creamy texture that feels like a hug in pancake form. Once you taste them, you’ll never look at regular pancakes the same way again.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato (about 1 medium)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk mashed sweet potato, milk, egg, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Combine wet and dry mixtures and stir gently until just mixed.
4. Heat a greased skillet on medium heat.
5. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake and cook until bubbles form.
6. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
7. Serve warm with butter, syrup, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

• Use soft, mashed sweet potatoes for smooth batter.
• Do not overmix or pancakes will turn dense.
• Cook on medium heat for even browning.
• Keep cooked pancakes warm in a low oven until serving.
• Add chopped pecans or chocolate chips for extra flavor.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 2 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 210Total Fat: 7gCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 3gSugar: 8gProtein: 5g