Crispy Sweet Potato Waffles with Spiced Maple Syrup
These deliciously crispy sweet potato waffles are the perfect start to your day, infused with the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes and a hint of vanilla. Perfectly paired with a warm, spiced cinnamon maple syrup, they are an indulgent breakfast or brunch treat that is sure to impress family and friends alike.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
canned sweet potato
29 oz (drained)
dark brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
milk
1 cup (none)
butter
6 tablespoons (melted)
vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon (none)
all-purpose flour
2 cups (none)
baking powder
1 tablespoon (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
egg whites
6 (none)
maple syrup
3 cups (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Drain the canned sweet potatoes and add them to a food processor. Pour in the milk, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold in the sweet potato mixture, stirring until there are no lumps.
3
In a separate bowl, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to beat the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter in batches to maintain the fluffy texture.
4
Preheat and lightly grease your waffle iron. Pour approximately one cup of waffle batter onto the iron and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy.
5
For the syrup, gently warm the maple syrup in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the cinnamon until fully incorporated. Serve the waffles with a generous drizzle of the spiced maple syrup.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Sweet Potato Waffles with Spiced Maple Syrup?
These are crispy waffles made with sweet potatoes and vanilla, served with a warm cinnamon-infused maple syrup.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the main ingredient for the waffle base?
The base uses one 29 oz can of sweet potatoes, which should be drained before use.
How much dark brown sugar is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of packed dark brown sugar.
What kind of milk should I use?
The recipe requires 1 cup of milk.
How much butter is used in the batter?
You will need 6 tablespoons of melted butter.
Is there vanilla in these waffles?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What type of flour is recommended?
You should use 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much baking powder is required?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
How much salt is added to the dry mix?
One teaspoon of salt is whisked in with the dry ingredients.
How many egg whites are needed?
The recipe requires 6 egg whites, beaten to stiff peaks.
What ingredients are in the spiced syrup?
The spiced syrup is made from 3 cups of maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How do I prepare the sweet potatoes?
Drain the canned sweet potatoes and blend them in a food processor with milk, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
How do I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Whisk the dry ingredients together in a large bowl, then gradually fold in the blended sweet potato mixture.
What is the secret to making these waffles fluffy?
The secret is beating the egg whites until stiff peaks form and then carefully folding them into the batter in batches.
How should I cook the waffles?
Pour about one cup of batter onto a preheated, lightly greased waffle iron and cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
How do I prepare the spiced maple syrup?
Warm the maple syrup in a saucepan over low heat and stir in the cinnamon until fully incorporated.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this is a vegetarian-friendly recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include breakfast, brunch, waffles, sweet potato, cinnamon, maple syrup, comfort food, easy recipe, and vegetarian.
Can I use a hand mixer for the egg whites?
Yes, you can use either a stand mixer or a hand mixer on high speed to beat the egg whites.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 11 ingredients in total for this recipe.
How much batter should I use per waffle?
The recipe suggests using approximately one cup of batter for each waffle.
How long does it take to cook one waffle?
It takes about 5 minutes to cook each waffle until it is crispy.
Should the sweet potatoes be fresh or canned?
The recipe specifically calls for canned sweet potatoes.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to drain the sweet potatoes and blend them with the liquid and sugar components.
Do I need to grease the waffle iron?
Yes, you should lightly grease the waffle iron before pouring the batter.
Is this a good recipe for brunch?
Yes, it is described as an indulgent breakfast or brunch treat.
What texture should the egg whites have?
The egg whites should be beaten until stiff peaks form.
What heat setting should be used for the syrup?
The maple syrup should be warmed over low heat.
Are these waffles crispy or soft?
These waffles are designed to be deliciously crispy.