Description
Fluffy and flavorful Sweet Potato Pecan Pancakes made with wholesome sweet potato puree, warm cinnamon, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, these pancakes are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and cooked to golden perfection on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet potato puree (cooked and mashed sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender either by boiling, baking, or steaming them. Once cooked, mash them thoroughly into a smooth puree.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk them together to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the sweet potato puree, milk, eggs, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make pancakes tough. Fold in the chopped pecans carefully.
- Cook the Pancakes: Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium heat. Grease it lightly with butter or oil. Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and edges look set, then flip and continue cooking until both sides are golden brown and pancakes are cooked through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- Use fresh or canned sweet potatoes, but ensure the puree is smooth for best texture.
- If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk to adjust consistency.
- Pancakes can be kept warm in a low oven while cooking the rest.
- Serve with extra maple syrup, butter, or fresh fruit as desired.
