Ingredients
1 cup cooked sweet potato puree (from about 1 large sweet potato)
1 cup buttermilk (or ½ cup plain yogurt + ½ cup water)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or light olive/coconut/avocado oil)
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (sweet variety)
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon fine kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
⅓ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sweet potato puree, buttermilk, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix the flour, smoked paprika, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper. Gradually add to the sweet potato mixture and whisk until combined.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the cheddar and Parmesan until evenly distributed.
- Cook Waffles: Preheat your waffle maker and lightly grease if necessary. Spoon 2 tablespoons of batter per mini waffle into the iron and cook for 4–6 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm, topped with avocado, chili flakes, or a fried egg.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 1 hr