Need a quick “go-to” meal when you’re short on time and energy? Consider whipping up some homemade pancakes! This sweet potato-based recipe is sure to hit the spot!

Lisa Cantkier

A lifelong celiac, Lisa Cantkier is an educator, coach and writer specializing in nutrition and health. She is the coauthor of the celiac- and diabetes-friendly cookbook, The Paleo Diabetes Diet Solution. Follow her on social media at @LisaCantkier and contact her by email at lisa@healthfulcommunications.com.

Ingredients

3/4 cup sweet potato puree
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
3/4 cup milk of your choice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups oat flour (or gluten-free flour of your choice)
1 tablespoon cinnamon
Pinch of salt

Directions

1. Mix the sweet potato puree, eggs, oil, milk, and apple cider vinegar together.

2. In a separate bowl, mix the baking powder, flour, salt, and cinnamon together.

3. Combine the ingredients and mix well. Pour small amounts of batter into an oiled skillet to create a pancake and fry until batter is bubbling. Then flip the pancakes. Continue with this method until all batter is cooked and golden brown.

Courtesy of Lisa Cantkier.

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