Description
These Sweet Potato Pecan Pancakes offer a deliciously moist and flavorful breakfast option, combining nutrient-rich sweet potato puree with crunchy pecans and warm cinnamon. Perfect for a comforting weekend brunch, they are easy to prepare and cook on the stovetop, delivering a delightful sweet and nutty twist to classic pancakes.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet potato puree
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For Cooking
- Butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potato Puree: Cook the sweet potatoes until tender by boiling, steaming, or roasting them. Once soft, mash them thoroughly until a smooth puree is achieved.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweet potato puree, milk, eggs, and maple syrup until fully blended and smooth.
- Combine Batter: Gently add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir carefully just until combined to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the chopped pecans gently to evenly distribute them.
- Cook Pancakes: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the pan. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to look set, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
- Sweet potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and refrigerated to save preparation time.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the batter.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier flipping and minimal use of oil or butter.
- Adjust the milk quantity slightly if the batter feels too thick or thin.
- Serve pancakes warm with additional maple syrup, butter, or fresh fruit.
