Y’all, let me tell you about a breakfast recipe that’s been passed down in my family for generations – our famous Southern Sweet Potato and Pecan Waffles! Trust me, once you try these babies, your regular waffle game will never be the same.
When I first learned this recipe from my grandmother, I literally couldn’t believe how something so simple could taste like heaven on a plate. The secret? It’s all in the sweet potato and those buttery, toasted pecans that add the perfect crunch.
Here’s what you’ll need (I know you’re getting excited!):
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup mashed sweet potato (freshly baked, please – none of that canned stuff!)
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 3/4 cups whole milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1/4 cup melted butter
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Now, honey, let me walk you through this magic (and yes, you can do this even before your morning coffee! 😉):
1. First things first – toast those pecans in a dry skillet until fragrant. The smell alone will wake up your whole house!
1. In a large bowl, whisk together your flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
1. In another bowl, mix your mashed sweet potato (still warm from baking is perfect), milk, eggs, melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
1. Here’s where the magic happens – fold the wet ingredients into the dry ones. Don’t overmix! A few lumps are your friends here.
1. Fold in those toasted pecans – save some for topping if you’re feeling fancy!
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1. Heat up your waffle iron and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
1. Pour that gorgeous batter in and cook until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
I love serving these with a dollop of whipped cream, extra pecans, and warm maple syrup. Sometimes I’ll even add some candied bacon on top because, why not live your best life?
The result? Waffles that are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, with the perfect balance of sweet potato goodness and nutty crunch. It’s like a warm hug for your taste buds!
Listen, I’d love to hear how these turned out for you! Drop a comment below and let me know if these waffles made your morning as magical as they make mine. And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more recipes that’ll make your kitchen the most popular spot in the house!
Trust me, your brunch game just got a whole lot stronger with this one. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got another batch calling my name! 💁♀️✨
