Sweet potatoes have a lot of good nutrients in them, including vitamins C and A, the mineral potassium and lots of dietary fiber.[1] As well as being a nutritional powerhouse, they're very tasty. This makes sweet potatoes ideal as a breakfast dish. So start your day with a healthy energy boost of sweet potato pancakes––even the kids will wolf these down.
Edit Ingredients
This amount of batter will make about 8 small pancakes:
- 150 g mashed sweet potato (cooked and mashed) (about a quarter pound)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 2 egg whites (beaten)
- Cinnamon, ground (about 1 teaspoon)
Edit Steps
- Turn on the stove. Heat to medium.
- Mix all of the ingredients together.
- Pour the mixture onto the hot griddle.
- Cook each side for about two minutes. Adjust as needed.
- Finished. Serve as they are or with syrup, cream, etc.
Edit Tips
- These pancakes are ideal for those who suffer from gluten intolerance, in place of wheat-based pancakes.
- To make egg-free pancakes, try substituting egg replacer for eggs. Follow the package instructions for amounts required.
Edit Things You'll Need
- Mixing bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Griddle or frying pan
- Plates (warmed if possible) for serving
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