Sweet Potato Waffles

5 from 6 votes

Sweet potato waffles is the best way to use leftover sweet potatoes! The savory waffles are super fluffy, and perfect for piling with your favorite cozy toppings.

Prep Time25

Cook Time10

Total Time35

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: sweet potato waffles

Servings: - 6 servings

Calories: 482kcal

Ingredients

2 cups all purpose flour
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup sweet potato mashed or pureed (can use leftover sweet potatoes)
¼ cup unsalted butter melted
Nonstick cooking spray

To Serve

Maple syrup
Salted butter softened

Instructions

In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cloves.
2 cups all purpose flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, sweet potatoes and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir together until just combined. It is okay if there are still some small lumps in the batter. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes.
2 eggs, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup sweet potato, ¼ cup unsalted butter
Preheat your waffle iron for about 6 to 7 minutes depending on the model. Spray the inside of the iron with the nonstick spray, then pour in the batter in ½ to ¾ cup portions, or the amount recommended by your waffle iron instructions. Close the lid and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
Nonstick cooking spray
Serve with maple syrup and salted butter.
Maple syrup, Salted butter

Notes

Lumps are okay in batter: It’s okay if there are still some small lumps in the batter. Avoid over-mixing as it can make the waffles tough and gummy.
For the lightest texture, mix just until combined — over-mixing creates dense waffles.
Preheat the waffle iron: This helps the outside crisp up before the inside overcooks. Lightly butter or oil before each batch to prevent sticking.
Freezer Storage: Waffles may be frozen and reheated without losing texture.
Gluten-free: Use a measure-for-measure (1:1) gluten-free flour blend for best results.
Topping ideas: Serve with maple syrup and butter, toasted pecans or whipped cream and cinnamon butter.

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