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Last updated on October 27, 2023. Originally posted on September 1, 2023 By Maryea / 224 Comments

2-ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes {gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free}

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These 2-ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes are flourless (Paleo friendly if that’s your thing), dairy-free, gluten-free, and always a hit!2 ingredient sweet potato pancakes

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This recipe was originally published in 2013 when Luke was a toddler. This post has been updated/refreshed a few times since then!

I’m kind of in love with this recipe. As a mom, you really can’t get any better than 2 ingredients. From a health standpoint, 2 ingredients means this is clean eating at its best. Pancakes with no processed flour that my kids love? YES.

From a convenience standpoint, well, 2-ingredient recipes are a dream.  2-ingredient recipes that the kids like?  Yes, I’m in love.

So these are like pancakes.  But they’re not pancakes.  While they look like little pancakes and feel like them, too, the texture and taste is not exactly that of a pancake.  Probably because there’s no flour in these cute little guys.2 ingredient sweet potato pancakesThat didn’t stop Luke from eating almost the entire batch the first time I fed these to him.  While he isn’t picky in the least (yet), Luke definitely shows preference to certain foods.  These are one of the foods he’s really loved.  The bread-y texture make them very toddler-friendly.  (Aaak!  He’s officially a toddler now?!)

Without the optional seasonings, these are very bland.  The sweet potato takes to being seasoned very well, though, and there’s so many directions you could take these.  Add some curry  and salt and pepper for a more savory version.

Sweeten them up to almost dessert status with a little sucanat or coconut sugar and vanilla extract. We love to add cinnamon and/or pumpkin pie spices. So good!

They are fabulous dipped in maple syrup or spread with nut butter. If you want a full (low carb) meal serve them with these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus!

2 ingredient sweet potato pancakesWhichever direction to take them, these little cakes are sure to be a hit with the whole family.  Feel free to double or triple the recipe as needed. As written, it will serve 1-2.

I typically make these as small, mini pancakes because it’s much easier to flip them that way. I have made them successfully as bigger pancakes, though, you just have to be careful when flipping.

Over the years, I’ve gotten a lot of comments on these 2-ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes. Here are a few tips for making these work well. Remember, they are flourless pancakes, so they are a little more finicky than regular pancakes. But they have been a family favorite for years now, so I know this recipe is solid if you follow these tips!

How to Make the BEST 2-Ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes–Recipe Tips

2 ingredient sweet potato pancakes

  • Measure the sweet potato! This is crucial. You need 1/2 cup cooked sweet potato flesh and 2 eggs. You can double or triple the recipe, just keep the ratios the same.
  • Do not flip until they are fully cooked on one side. One commenter said she’s timed it and she has found they need exactly 3 minutes per side. If you try to flip them too early, they will likely fall apart.
  • Don’t try to cook these on too high of heat. If you do, they will likely burn on the outside before the inside is cooked.
  • Smaller pancakes flip easiest. I use a tablespoon. Larger pancakes work, you just have to be patient and let them slowly cook, at a lower heat, a bit longer.
  • You can mix the batter by hand, or use a blender. I do it both ways. Using my Vitamix makes a super smooth batter.
  • For better flavor, add your favorite seasonings! I love adding cinnamon and ginger or my homemade pumpkin pie spice mix!
  • These are fabulous dipped in maple syrup or top them with peanut butter or almond butter. So delicious!

Check out the video to see how to make the 2-ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes!

Note:  After a reader commented that she did this, I started to mix the sweet potato flesh and egg in my Vitamix Blender. It makes a smooth batter and the whole process even easier.  Genius!

If you love healthy pancakes, you’ll also love these Banana Pancakes. Give them a try! If you try these 2-ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes, or any of my healthy recipes, please remember to leave a star rating below. It’s so helpful for readers to see which recipes are tried and true! Share your creations on Instagram, tag me, and I’ll feature you!

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2-ingredient sweet potato cakes {gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free}


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  • Author: Happy Healthy Mama
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 12 small pancakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

These 2-ingredient sweet potato cakes are an amazing low-carb, grain-free pancake alternative! They are also perfect for little hands.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (the flesh from 1 medium-small cooked sweet potato)
  • 2 eggs
  • oil or butter for cooking
  • Optional Seasonings
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • pinch of ground ginger
  • pinch of allspice
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the sweet potato and eggs until well-combined. Add seasonings, if desired, and stir. Heat oil or butter over medium-low heat (I prefer coconut oil).
  2. Drop the sweet potato mixture by the tablespoon and cook for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Flip each cake and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until lightly golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Note: I make very small cakes, using only a tablespoon of batter. They will need to cook longer if you make bigger pancakes. Lower heat works better, and don’t try to flip them before totally cooked on one side.
  4. Optional topping ideas: butter, nut butter, sunflower seed butter, or maple syrup. They are also good plain! Enjoy
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: breakfast recipe
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 161
  • Sodium: 273
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 23
  • Protein: 7.5

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  1. Denise says

    January 26, 2025 at 8:39 am

    I made these for my 1 old 2 year old boys and even doubled the recipe, and they devoured them! I just added some cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and a tablespoon of spoon of maple syrup to the mix and it worked perfectly. Thank you for the recipe

    Reply
  2. slice master says

    September 25, 2024 at 3:59 am

    Love it, only discovered it now. I succeeded today, but my pour was quite thin. Could it be that I overpuréed it? I’ll give it another go tomorrow. I’m grateful for the recipe.

    Reply
  3. jull says

    September 5, 2024 at 6:38 am

    jull iqos vozol terea heets smok e sigara çeşitleri

    Reply
  4. jumping shell says

    December 27, 2023 at 10:03 pm

    I love how simple and healthy the recipe is. Can’t wait to try it with some cinnamon and maple syrup. Thanks for sharing this family favorite! 🥞✨

    Reply
  5. Kveez says

    November 3, 2023 at 5:18 am

    I am not a great cook but I will give it a try. Looks easy and delicious, thank you.

    Reply
  6. emy says

    October 13, 2022 at 7:31 am

    can i use can sweet potato puree ?

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      October 17, 2022 at 10:41 am

      Yes, as long as it isn’t too watery.

      Reply
  7. shaquille.oatmeal says

    March 31, 2022 at 11:51 pm

    2 ingredients my ass

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      April 1, 2022 at 9:51 am

      Ummmm….not sure what this comment means. Sweet potato + egg = 2 ingredients. Your ass is not an ingredient.😆

      Reply
      • Karen says

        September 9, 2022 at 2:00 am

        😂 LOVE IT.
        IDK the flavor spectrum of the ass above, so…
        OTHERwise, it was delicious and simple! Thank you for this!

      • Mary says

        January 27, 2024 at 12:19 pm

        Maryea, It does show more than two ingredients in the recipe, so I’m not sure why it’s called 2-ingredient potato cakes. Maybe you’re not seeing what we see for some reason. This is what it shows as the recipe for 2 Ingredient Sweet Potato Cakes:

        1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (the flesh from 1 medium-small cooked sweet potato)
        2 eggs
        oil or butter for cooking
        Optional Seasonings
        3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
        pinch of ground ginger
        pinch of allspice
        pinch of salt

        But yeah, ass is definitely not an ingredient LOL!

      • Maryea says

        January 29, 2024 at 11:23 am

        The seasonings are optional and the two main ingredients are sweet potato and eggs, which is why I named this 2-ingredient sweet potato pancakes. It’s really just splitting hairs and don’t think it matters that much? How about we just call them Flourless Sweet Potato Pancakes. Better?

  8. Rachel Van Camp says

    February 28, 2022 at 1:30 pm

    Happy Happy! Sooo glad to try this recipe since Whole30 made it clear to us that any version of dry dust (flour) doesn’t work for my husband or me. I already had this recipe idea in mind but you clarified all my questions and my husband said sweet potatoes never
    has it so good. I added a little salt and some pumpkin pie spice.

    Reply
  9. Claveto says

    March 18, 2021 at 6:59 am

    This recipe is really awesome, I’ll add this to my kitchen’s menu.

    Reply
  10. Chris Galloway says

    February 23, 2021 at 7:46 am

    Made them today. I added a smashed banana, vanilla extract and cinnamon. Took about six minutes on each side for a big pancake. South Carolina loves this recipe.

    Reply
  11. Kat says

    January 31, 2021 at 6:28 pm

    This was a great way to enjoy pancakes with my family without going off track on my Whole 30 diet! I added 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/2-1 teaspoon avocado oil and blended up with a hand mixer. The pancakes were delicious with some nut butter and pomegranate seeds!

    Reply
  12. Haley says

    January 23, 2021 at 1:31 pm

    How do you cook your sweet potato? Bake it? Boil it? Microwave?

    Reply
    • Maryea says

      January 25, 2021 at 6:45 am

      Lately I’ve been cooking them in the Instant Pot. But when I have time, about 1 hour in the oven at 400 degrees. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Petro Schutte says

    October 27, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    Greetings from South-Africa.
    Love it just found it now. Made it today however mine was very watery. Could it be that I puree it too much? Will try again tomorrow. Thank you for the recipe

    Reply
  14. Sasha says

    October 27, 2020 at 11:57 am

    Recommendations for freezing?

    Reply
  15. Jamie says

    July 22, 2020 at 1:54 pm

    I have made these and they were great. I am going to try them with only 1 egg to reduce the calories some more. I do want to know if anyone has made a bunch then froze them??

    Reply
    • Braden says

      October 22, 2020 at 11:34 pm

      Is it just me, or are there way more ingredients than two?

      Reply
      • Maryea says

        October 23, 2020 at 5:46 pm

        I think it’s just you. The ingredients are sweet potato and egg.

      • Maddy says

        December 4, 2024 at 2:20 pm

        You’re right! Way more than just 2. I feel like without the “Optional seasonings” this recipe would taste pretty bad. I imagine that would make them more required than optional.

      • Maryea says

        December 4, 2024 at 5:16 pm

        Many people don’t include seasonings in ingredient count. But if it bothers you that much, you can just call these sweet potato pancakes. 😉 To be fair, when I made these originally for my toddler, I only included the two ingredients and he gobbled them up! So yes, it may not be as appealing to a more sophisticated palette, but if you’re making this for a new eater like I was, it’s perfect with just the two ingredients.

  16. ekiatb says

    May 6, 2020 at 10:32 am

    this is awesome recepie . I just loved it

    Reply
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