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Fluffy Sweet Potato Pancakes

These Fluffy Sweet Potato Pancakes are soft, warm, and full of cozy fall flavor. Made with mashed sweet potato, warm spices, and plant-based ingredients, they’re perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch. Bonus: they’re naturally sweet and dairy-free!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons organic brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1¼ cups soy milk
  • ½ cup mashed or puréed sweet potato
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine sweet potato, soy milk, oil, vinegar, and vanilla.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
  5. Batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
  6. Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium heat.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/fluffy-sweet-potato-pancakes/

Notes

  • Batter is thick—use the back of a spoon to spread it into shape if needed.
  • For best texture, don’t overmix the batter.
  • Use canned or roasted sweet potato for convenience.