Prep: 5 Common Questions
Why do my sweet potato pancakes fall apart?
Sweet potato pancakes can be a bit delicate since they’re softer and made with oat flour. If they’re falling apart, it might be because the batter is too wet or the pancakes were flipped too soon! Make sure the pancakes start to bubble and firm up around the edges before flipping—this is key. Another option is to use a 50/50 mix of all-purpose flour and oat flour (instead of all oat flour) in the dry ingredients.
What is the trick to making good pancakes?
The ultimate pancake trick? Don’t rush them! Let the batter rest for a couple of minutes before cooking to allow the baking powder to work. When cooking, wait for bubbles to form on the surface and the edges to firm up before flipping—that’s your cue! Also, medium heat is the best cooking temperature for pancakes. Be sure to use a well-oiled pan to get that golden, perfectly cooked texture every time!
This has been my go-to Sweet Potato Pancakes recipe for YEARS. And with over 50 5-star reviews, you know they’re SO good! These pancakes are gluten-free, diary-free, and made with healthy ingredients. As a busy mom of 3 littles, I love that they come together flawlessly in just 20 minutes! These healthy sweet potato pancakes are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even freezing for later. And they’re great for picky kiddos, too!
Why you’ll love this Sweet Potato Pancake Recipe
There’s nothing like the flavors of fall in a healthy breakfast meal! Sweet potato, cinnamon, and just the right amount of maple syrup. These Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes are what autumn dreams are made of! Here’s what we’re loving about them:
- They’re SO easy to make!
- They only take about 20 minutes total.
- Made with only 8 simple ingredients.
- Can use homemade sweet potato puree or canned sweet potato. (opens in a new tab)
- Your choice of flour.
- They’re perfect for enjoying fresh or freezing for later!
Whether you’re looking for a great way to use the sweet potatoes you have on hand or you’re wanting an easy, fall-flavored breakfast recipe, these Sweet Potato Pancakes are perfect for everyone!
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Sweet Potato Pancakes Ingredients
You’ll only need 8 simple ingredients for this easy recipe!
Sweet potato puree – Make your own by boiling peeled sweet potatoes and blending together into a puree (like we did in this Sweet Potato Soup recipe) or use canned sweet potato (opens in a new tab) instead!
Eggs – Want to make a vegan version? Simply replace the eggs with Flax Eggs!
Coconut oil – We love stocking up on this coconut oil (opens in a new tab) for a discounted price at Thrive Market! (opens in a new tab)
Almond milk – Feel free to substitute with your milk of choice.
Apple cider vinegar – Apple cider vinegar (opens in a new tab) helps activate the baking powder and makes these pancakes fluffy!
Oat flour – If you’re looking for a great gluten-free flour, this oat flour (opens in a new tab) is perfect for healthy pancakes! Another great option is this gluten-free 1-to-1 baking flour. (opens in a new tab) Don’t need these to be gluten-free? Whole wheat flour and/or regular flour work great, too!
Cinnamon – A little bit of cinnamon adds delicious fall flavors to these sweet potato pancakes!
Baking powder – Baking powder helps make these pancakes extra fluffy.
How to make Sweet Potato Pancakes
1. Combine sweet potato puree, eggs, coconut oil, almond milk, and apple cider vinegar together.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and a dash of salt together.
3. Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk together.
4. Cook the pancakes and enjoy!
TIP: Cook the pancakes for the right amount of time by making sure that they start to bubble before flipping over!
Sweet Potato Pancakes Toppings
Serving these pancakes fresh? Here are a few healthy topping ideas:
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh fruit (bananas, strawberries, apples, blueberries)
- Walnuts or pecans
- Almond butter or cashew butter (opens in a new tab)
- Maple syrup
- Honey
No matter how you decide to top these yummy pancakes, you’ll LOVE how fluffy and delicious they are!
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Freezing Sweet Potato Pancakes
These Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes can be made in advance and frozen for later! To freeze, simply let cool in the refrigerator for about an hour in an airtight, freezer-safe container (opens in a new tab) without the lid. Next, add the lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months!
More fall pancakes you’ll love:
Healthy fall breakfast ideas:
- Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe
- Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
- Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
- Vegan Cinnamon Rolls
- Maple Butternut Squash Quinoa Breakfast Bake
Loving this recipe? Be sure to give it a rating and let us know in the comments below!
Sweet Potato Pancakes (Healthy) FAQs
Healthy Sweet Potato Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup sweet potato puree (opens in a new tab)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil (opens in a new tab)
- 3/4 cup almond milk
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour (opens in a new tab) (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix the sweet potato puree, eggs, coconut oil, almond milk, and apple cider vinegar together.
- In a separate bowl, mix the baking powder, flour, and cinnamon together.
- Combine the ingredients and mix.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into an oiled pan of medium-high heat.
- Cook the pancakes for about 2-3 minutes (or until the pancake starts to bubble and is solid on one side), then flip.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Use almond milk or your milk of choice.
- Make this recipe vegan by replacing the eggs with Flax Eggs!
- Feel free to use whole wheat or all-purpose flour, instead.
Nutrition
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Have made these twice now and they are delicious. I add pecans and collagen as well. Thank you for a great healthy recipe.
I made these tonight and they were great! I tried to lower the fat by using less coconut oil and subbed 1 egg for just egg whites and it was a no go. The pancakes fell apart easily. Still edible however but not nearly as pretty! Can’t wait to make these again.
I prepared the recipe using 1 more large egg, 1/2 tsp salt, and an additional 1 Tbsp oil in order to prepare sweet potato crepes. Absolutely delicous! Fill and then roll up…Keep warm…can be filled with fruit, jam, yogurt, chutney…whatever one chooses. Be creative-I used a few slices of a good quality ham inside each crepe.
Freeze in the freezer or keep in the refrigerator? Was not sure if there was a typo at the end. Thank you, love these!
Oops! That should say “freezer”, not “refrigerator”. So sorry about that!
Loved the Sweet Potato pancake recipe. Thanks!
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