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Sweet Potato Protein Pancakes
Delicious and nutritious pancakes made with sweet potato and protein-rich ingredients, perfect for a healthy breakfast.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 whole egg
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup egg whites
- 1 whole sweet potato peeled, diced, cooked
- 3-4 tbsp maple syrup add more if desired
To serve
- Maple Syrup
- Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Boil or steam the sweet potato until soft, then drain and cool.
- Blend oats into a fine meal, then add cooked sweet potato and water, blending into a thick paste.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Heat a skillet with coconut oil or ghee over medium-high heat. Pour batter and cook 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Serve with maple syrup and nuts if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the batter.