How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Can I freeze the pancakes?

Yes, freeze them individually in a single layer and then transfer to a zip-top bag for up to 2 months.

Can I use a different nut for topping?

Yes, pecans or almonds make excellent substitutes.

How can I make this recipe vegan?

Substitute cow's milk with almond or soy milk, and use flax eggs in place of regular eggs.

What if I don’t have Japanese sweet potatoes?

Regular sweet potatoes or yams can be used as a substitute.

Honey-Glazed Japanese Sweet Potato Pancakes with Walnut Topping

Name: Honey-Glazed Japanese Sweet Potato Pancakes with Walnut Topping
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Brunch
Ingredients: Japanese sweet potatoes; All-purpose flour; Baking powder; Salt; Ground cinnamon; Large eggs; Milk; Unsalted butter; Vanilla extract; Honey; Lemon juice; Unsalted butter; Walnuts; Brown sugar; Butter

Sweet and savory pancakes perfect for brunch

Delight in these fluffy sweet potato pancakes with a swirl of honey glaze and a crunchy walnut topping, offering a delicious blend of textures and flavors.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Pancakes

Japanese sweet potatoes

2 cups, roasted and mashed

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Baking powder

1 ½ tsp

Salt

½ tsp

Ground cinnamon

1 tsp

Large eggs

2, room temperature

Milk

1 cup, whole or plant-based

Unsalted butter

2 tbsp, melted

Vanilla extract

1 tsp

For the Honey Glaze

Honey

½ cup

Lemon juice

1 tbsp

Unsalted butter

1 tbsp

For the Walnut Topping

Walnuts

½ cup, roughly chopped

Brown sugar

2 tbsp

Butter

1 tbsp

Preparation

Preparing the Pancake Batter

Roast and Mash Sweet Potatoes

Roast and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.

Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla, and mashed sweet potatoes.

Making the Honey Glaze

Combine Glaze Ingredients

In a small saucepan, combine honey, lemon juice, and butter.

Heat Mixture

Heat over low heat, stirring until the butter melts and the mixture is well blended.

Cool Slightly

Set aside to cool slightly.

Cooking Process

Batter Mixing

Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until combined.

Pancake Cooking

Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour ¼ cup batter for each pancake, cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip.

Walnut Caramelization

In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat, add brown sugar and walnuts, and cook until caramelized.

Plating & Serving