Antioxidant Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

Last week, I discovered a new recipe that became my Antioxidant Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes (at Smile Sandwich).  It was Paleo, which I don’t usually do–but right now I am faced with extenuating circumstances.  And this may call for desperate measures.  

Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

 

You see, recently, my new (4 months old) bathroom scale and I had a little misunderstanding. I thought it would weigh me accurately and it thought it would be kind and take a few pounds off. Gradually. Over the holidays. To keep me from noticing. 

So, yes, I gained weight after all.  No carbs for you sister.  

Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

 

And while it doesn’t compare to the turmoil on the national scene, I do consider it my personal encounter with “alternative facts.”   Now I really need to diet.  Take that as a lesson world.

But if there’s a silver lining, it is these Blender Antioxidant Sweet Potato Pancakes. Super easy, delicious and full of healthy goodness.  

blend in blender

 

As an added bonus, my Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes contain the antioxidant spice turmeric.  Great, except sometimes the bioavailabilty (the ability of your body to make use of it) of turmeric can be a problem.  That’s why you often see it combined with black pepper (which I did not want in my pancakes, fat or no).

Well sweet potatoes solve the problem since they contain quercetin (an antioxidant in its own right) which can increase the bioavailability of the curcumin in turmeric.  Win. And win. 

Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

 

I should note that I have made these a half dozen time in testing and the consistency seems to vary quite a bit depending on the moisture in the sweet potato.  But runny or dense, they they have worked for me as long as I kept them small, cooked them on low, and flipped them very carefully.   

fry pancakes small

 

The recipe got three thumbs up (unanimous) over the weekend.  So I may not be pleased with how I got here, but it’s a recipe that I am excited to (eat and) share!  

Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

How do you make a pancake that's tasty, easy, healthy, fun--plus gluten free and paleo? Antioxidant Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes!
Author: Inger
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Breakfast
Servings 3
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sweet potato
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tbsp ground flax seed optional
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 t turmeric
  • 1 t ginger
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • non-stick spray or oil for pan

Instructions
 

  • Place egg and sweet potato in the blender and pulse a couple times until just blended.
  • Add cinnamon, turmeric and ginger (plus ground flax seed if using. Pulse another couple times until combined. Add baking soda and pulse once or twice to mix.
  • Heat a large skillet and spray with non-stick spray. Pour batter for 3-inch pancakes into the pan (mine holds 3). Cook on medium-low for about 4 minutes (adjust temperature to keep from burning) then very gently flip. Cook for another 4 minutes until done
  • Repeat with the rest of the batter. Serve with (real) maple syrup.

Notes

Vit A: 350% RDA Vit C: 23% RDA

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal
I am not a health professional and nutrition data is calculated programatically. Accuracy may vary with product selection, calculator accuracy, etc. Consult a professional for the best information.
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Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

Eating Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

5 thoughts on “Antioxidant Blender Sweet Potato Pancakes

  1. richard

    A cup of “sweet potato,” eh? Let’s see, whole? peeled? sliced? quartered? grated? raw? cooked? Or… “…sweet potato, microwaved until soft and mashed.”-(from SmileSandwich). Hmm.

  2. David

    Very fun read, Inger! I have to say, I think a savory version of these would really appeal to Mark, especially with black pepper!

  3. grace

    turmeric is everywhere these days, and rightfully so! what a great addition to some already fantastic pancakes. 😉

  4. Juliana

    The idea of sweet potato pancake is wonderful…and they sure looks great, I like that you added turmeric and cinnamon…what a great way to start the day!
    I hope you are having a nice week Inger 🙂

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