Ingredients and Weight:
- Sweet potatoes: 500 grams
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Eggs: 2
- Milk: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: 1/3 cup
- Butter: 3 tablespoons (for cooking pancakes)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Mixed nuts (optional): 100 grams (can use almonds, walnuts, etc.)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Peel and cut sweet potatoes into small pieces. Microwave or steam until tender, then set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix eggs, milk, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the sweet potato to the egg mixture and blend well.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add butter to melt.
- Drop the pancake mixture by spoonfuls onto the pan and cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook the other side.
- Place cooked pancakes on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with your choice of toppings or syrup.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- These pancakes are rich in flavor and texture, with a sweet and slightly nutty taste.
- The combination of sweet potatoes and traditional pancake ingredients creates a unique and delicious dish that is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
User Comments:
- "These pancakes were amazing! The sweet potato gave them a unique flavor that I really enjoyed."
- "I added some mixed nuts to my pancakes, which added a nice crunch and flavor."
- "This is a great recipe for a weekend morning when you have some extra time to make a special breakfast."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender before adding them to the pancake mixture.
- Do not overmix the pancake batter; this can lead to tough pancakes.
- Adjust the amount of brown sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
