Sweet Potato Waffles
on Feb 07, 2023, Updated Oct 02, 2023
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This recipe is the perfect way to add an extra boost of nutrition to your toddler’s waffles in the morning!
Why Sweet Potato Waffles Are a Must-Try:
1. Easy: Mornings as a parent can be quite a whirlwind. Sweet Potato Waffles come to the rescue as your trusty sidekick in conquering the chaos. They are unbelievably easy to make and your whole family will love them!
2. Future-Proof Breakfasts: One of the best things about these waffles? They’re practically made for your future self. Prepare an extra batch and freeze for those mornings when time seems to slip away. A warm, nutritious waffle is just moments away, even on the most hectic days.
3. Toddler-Approved, Mom-Adored: Navigating the world of toddler preferences is a feat in itself. These waffles strike the perfect balance. Your toddler will be captivated by the delicious taste, while you’ll be elated knowing they’re enjoying a nutrient-rich meal.
4. Versatile Serving Choices: Sweet Potato Waffles are like a blank canvas, ready to be adorned with your family’s favorite flavors. Your toddler’s choice of peanut butter drizzle? Absolutely. A drizzle of maple syrup for a touch of sweetness? Of course. Keeping it simple and serving them plain? Definitely. These waffles are all about options.
5. The Sweet Potato Secret: The star of the show is undoubtedly sweet potato puree. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and natural sweetness, it transforms these waffles into a powerhouse of nutrition. And guess what? It’s super easy to prepare using frozen sweet potatoes or store bought puree.
How to Make Sweet Potato Waffles:
Ingredients:
- Sweet Potato Puree
- Egg (or see substitutions below)
- Flour (all-purpose or whole wheat)
- Baking Soda
- Cinnamon (for a delightful flavor)
- Vanilla Extract (for a delightful flavor)
Tools:
- Waffle iron
Step 1: Create the Batter Base In a mixing bowl, combine sweet potato puree, an egg (or a flax egg for a vegan option), and a splash of vanilla extract. Whisk them together until they form a smooth mixture.
Step 2: Add Dry Ingredients Into the wet mixture, add flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix until all the ingredients come together, creating a batter that’s both wholesome and inviting.
Step 3: Sweeten the Deal If desired, drizzle in a touch of maple syrup to infuse the batter with a gentle sweetness. This addition elevates the flavor,
Step 4: Fire Up the Waffle Iron Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it to ensure the waffles don’t stick.
Step 5: Pour and Cook Scoop the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and close the lid. Cook until the waffles are golden and crisp.
Step 6: Serve and Celebrate! Once cooked, serve the waffles with your preferred topping. I love peanut butter, maple syrup, or applesauce!
Substitutions:
- Egg: You can substitute the egg with a flax egg. Simply mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2 tablespoons of water.
Storage:
- After cooling completely, you can store these waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you’re planning for longer storage, pop them into a zip lock bag and freeze them for up to two months. To reheat, you have two options: microwave them for 30-second increments until heated or pop them in the toaster.
Sweet Potato Waffles
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sweet potato puree
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: a little bit of maple syrup for sweetness or ground flaxseed for added nutrition.
Instructions
- Steam sweet potato (use frozen sweet potatoes to make it easier).
- Puree in food processor or blender with a little bit of water until smooth.
- Add sweet potato puree and egg to a mixing bowl and mix until smooth.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and mix.
- Warm your waffle maker, spray with cooking spray, and cook!
- Serve with maple syrup, peanut butter, or whatever you desire.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Can you use flax seed meal instead of ground flax seeds?
That should be fine.
These are delicious! Thank you for the recipe. My 21 month old loved them and I did too! We ate them as is without adding any syrup or other toppings. They were just that good! Because I always like to know how substitutions pan out, I’ll share mine. I used canned organic sweet potato puree (lazy and I already had a can of that on hand), coconut oil (we are dairy free) and oat flour (whatever the gram weight of 1/3 cup of oat flour would be rather than packing it into a 1/3 cup. We are gluten free and I didn’t have enough 1:1 gluten free flour left). I can’t remember, but I probably doubled the vanilla extract and was generous on the cinnamon because that’s just how I typically do things, lol.
So glad you liked them! Thank you for commenting on the substitutions, so helpful!
AMAZING!!! Going to try for a daycare lunch! Fingers crossed! I skipped the flaxseed bc I did not have any – opps! Any other veggie/fruit add? Apple puree? I may need to add more cinnamon for my little guy! Haha!
I think I have tried carrot puree as well. You could try apple puree, I have never tried any fruit!
Do you think this would work as a pancake? I don’t have a waffle iron but they sound great!