Description
Sweet potato waffles are a flavorful twist on classic breakfast waffles, combining mashed sweet potatoes with warm spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice for a perfectly balanced, crisp, and fluffy treat. Perfect for using up leftovers, these waffles are an easy and delightful option for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 large egg whites
- 2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- ¼ cup melted butter or neutral-tasting oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks, mashed sweet potatoes, butter/oil, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Combine: Pour wet ingredients into dry, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Beat Egg Whites: In another bowl, beat egg whites to soft peaks. Gradually add brown sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Fold In: Gently fold egg whites into the batter.
- Preheat & Grease Waffle Iron: Preheat according to manufacturer instructions and lightly grease.
- Cook: Pour batter into waffle iron and cook for ~5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with toppings of choice.
Notes
- Spices: Adjust spice levels to taste by adding cardamom or more cinnamon.
- Add-ins: Incorporate nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for extra texture.
- Leftovers: Waffles freeze well and can be reheated in a toaster for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
