Cinnamon Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes (Printable Version)
Sweet potato, protein, and cinnamon combine for a satisfying, nutritious breakfast classic.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 1 cup cooked and mashed sweet potato (approximately 1 medium sweet potato)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy alternative)
04 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
07 - 3/4 cup oat flour or whole wheat flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ For Cooking
12 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter, for greasing pan
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Whisk together mashed sweet potato, eggs, milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
02 - In a separate mixing bowl, blend protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
03 - Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing. If-batter is overly thick, add a splash of milk to achieve a thick but pourable consistency.
04 - Warm a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with coconut oil or butter.
05 - Pour approximately 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the heated surface. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and edges appear set.
06 - Carefully flip pancakes and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Repeat cooking steps with remaining batter, greasing skillet between batches as necessary.
08 - Plate pancakes while warm and top with extra maple syrup, nut butter, or fresh fruit as desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Packed with protein and fiber for lasting energy
- Easy to prepare and suitable for meal prep or freezing
02 -
- Use certified gluten-free oat flour for gluten-free pancakes
- Pancakes freeze well; reheat in a toaster or microwave for convenience
03 -
- For a lower-carb option, use almond flour and add an extra egg for binding
- Fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added taste and texture