Description

These Sweet Potato Waffles are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option, combining the natural sweetness of mashed cooked sweet potatoes with warm spices. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, they are easy to prepare using a waffle iron and perfect for a cozy morning treat. With a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, these waffles bring a comforting fall flavor to your breakfast table and can be customized to suit dietary needs such as gluten-free or dairy-free options.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup mashed cooked sweet potato
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
¼ cup melted butter or coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat Waffle Iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it reaches the right temperature for cooking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the mashed sweet potato, eggs, milk, melted butter (or coconut oil), and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles light and tender.
Prepare Waffle Iron: Lightly grease the waffle iron with butter or oil to prevent sticking, then pour the batter into the center, spreading slightly for even cooking.
Cook Waffles: Close the waffle iron and cook for about 4 to 6 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
Serve: Remove the waffles carefully and serve warm topped with maple syrup, butter, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

You can prepare the sweet potato ahead of time by baking or steaming until tender and then mashing it.
These waffles freeze well—let them cool completely, store in an airtight container, and reheat in a toaster for convenience.
For a dairy-free version, substitute almond milk for regular milk and use coconut oil instead of butter.
To make gluten-free waffles, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend, ensuring it’s suitable for baking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Waffle Iron
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 waffle
Calories: 260
Sugar: 7 g
Sodium: 330 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg