Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes Recipe

Crispy, golden-brown sweet potato latkes – a family favorite! This recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional latkes, incorporating warming spices like cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon for an irresistible flavor. Easily adaptable to your preferred spice level and perfect for a cozy brunch or festive side dish. Yields approximately 12-15 pancakes, depending on size. Get ready for a sweet potato pancake sensation!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 25.7 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes

  • 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 1.5 pounds), peeled and grated
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • All Purpose Flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (omit if adding cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for cooking

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How to Make Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes

  1. Peel and grate 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 1.5 pounds). Finely chop 1/2 medium yellow onion.
  2. In a large bowl, combine grated sweet potatoes, onion, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 large eggs, 2 cloves minced garlic (omit if adding spices below), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. If using spices, omit garlic.
  4. Heat about 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Drop heaping tablespoons of batter onto the hot skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula.
  6. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip carefully.
  7. Transfer cooked latkes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy! Consider topping with sour cream, applesauce, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes?

Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes takes about 43 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 23 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes?

Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes has approximately 25.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes?

The key ingredients for Sweet Potato Latkes Pancakes are Sweet Potatoes, Onions, All Purpose Flour, Garlic, Eggs, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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