Sweet Potato Ginger Waffles
Start your day with the warm, spicy flavors of Sweet Potato Ginger Waffles! Topped with crunchy candied nuts, this is the ultimate comforting breakfast for fall or winter.
Equipment
- whisk,
- waffle iron
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingrediënten
For the candied ginger nuts:
- ½ cup 60 g pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons 28 g packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon 14 g nondairy butter
- 1 tablespoon 15 ml Triple Sec, dark rum, or water
- 2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
For the waffles:
- 1 cup 235 ml plain soymilk (use soy for curdling)
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup 120 g whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 tablespoons 16 g arrowroot powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup 170 g homemade or canned sweet potato purée
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml canola oil
Instructies
- Combine the soymilk and apple cider vinegar in a medium bowl.
- Let it sit for a few minutes to curdle into buttermilk.
Prepare the dry ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, arrowroot powder, cinnamon, ginger, baking powder, and salt.
Combine the wet ingredients:
- To the buttermilk mixture, add the sweet potato purée, maple syrup, and canola oil.
- Whisk until well combined.
Mix the batter:
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- If the batter is too thick, add more soymilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until manageable.
- Fold in the cooled candied ginger nuts.
Cook the waffles:
- Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease if necessary.
- Cook the waffles according to your waffle iron’s instructions until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve warm with maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Top these waffles with an extra sprinkle of candied nuts, a dollop of whipped coconut cream, and a drizzle of maple syrup for a decadent treat.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a spiced mulled cider or a non-alcoholic ginger tea for a cozy and seasonal beverage.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 26 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 6 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 8 g | Salt: 0.3 g
