Sweet Potato Pancake Recipe
Make Sweet Potato Pancake Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pancake Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Place them in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- 2
Mash the Sweet Potatoes
Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a bowl. Mash them with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- 4
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the mashed sweet potatoes, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 5
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 6
Cook the Pancakes
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side or until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- 7
Serve
Serve the pancakes warm with maple syrup drizzled on top. Enjoy your delicious sweet potato pancakes!