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By Katja Heino 10 Comments
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Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles

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Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles on white plate

Because waffle makers are not just for sweet things. Super simple savory sweet potato waffles happening on the blog today! 

OK, so I may be a tiny bit obsessed with my new waffle maker.  Did you see the gingerbread waffles I have been making.  OMG!  So good.  My family has already made me promise to make them for Christmas morning.

I  had no idea that you could do so many things with a simple waffle maker.  We’ve been experimenting with waffling all sorts of things.  I poured a veggie omelet into the waffle maker yesterday.  It was actually really good. Today’s recipe is another savory waffle made with just sweet potatoes and eggs.

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free, paleo) \ www.savorylotus.com

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free, paleo) \\ www.savorylotus.com

If you are like me, you may not want to eat a ton of bread, but you need a little bit of good quality carbs in your life. That’s where these fun little sweet potato waffles come in.  You can use them in the place of bread or serve them as a delicious side for brunch or dinner.

The recipe is super simple. You guys know I love recipes with very few ingredients.  Just shredded sweet potatoes and eggs.  I used a bit of salt and garlic for flavor. What you end up with is a crispy, savory (and slightly sweet) waffle that pair perfectly with your breakfast eggs or savory meats.

Feel free to add any herbs or spices that make you happy.  I was thinking that a cumin, chili pepper, cinnamon combo would be delish.  Or you can go with fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or parsley.  The possibilities are endless.

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free, paleo, eggs, chives) ~ www.savorylotus.com

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free, paleo, eggs) ~~~ www.savorylotus.com

Oh, and yes, these little waffles freeze well for later.  Simply reheat gently in the oven or toaster oven.  They crisp up nicely.

Happy waffling!

xo,

Katja

P.S. In case you are curious, THIS is the waffle maker that I use.  It’s absolutely the best.  The price point is a bit higher, but it makes PERFECT waffles EVERY time.  Never sticks.  And has a steam-release feature that ensures crispy waffles.

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free) -- www.savorylotus.com

Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles (gluten free) --- www.savorylotus.com

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Flourless Savory Sweet Potato Waffles

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  • Author: Katja from Savory Lotus
  • Yield: 3 waffles 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp ghee, butter, or coconut oil
  • 4 cups shredded sweet potato (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1–2 cloves garlic (crushed) OR 1/4 tsp garlic powder (like this)
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • ghee, butter, or coconut oil for greasing the waffle maker

Instructions

  1. Heat one tablespoon fat of choice in a skillet on medium heat.  Add sweet potatoes, salt and garlic.  Stir to combine.  Add 2 tablespoons of water and saute until sweet potato begins to soften – about 5-6 minutes. Be sure to stir often to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking.
  2. Remove from heat and scrape into a large bowl. Preheat waffle maker.
  3. Once waffle maker is hot, add beaten eggs to cooked sweet potatoes.  Stir to thoroughly combine.
  4. Liberally brush melted fat on waffle maker. Spoon about 3/4 cup of the mixture onto hot waffle iron.  ( Each waffle maker will vary in size.) Press down gently on the mixture with the back of the measuring cup to spread it out a bit.  Cook until golden brown. Serve hot.

Notes

  • To freeze: freeze in single layer or separated by parchment paper.  Simply reheat gently in oven or toaster oven.
  • I’ve attempted this recipe without cooking the sweet potato first.  It does work, but I prefer the texture when I pre-cook it.  It also takes much longer to waffle it if the sweet potato is not cooked.

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  1. Chelsea says

    December 24, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    What a great idea! These look so good – and I love that they’re freezer friendly!

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    • Katja Heino says

      December 27, 2017 at 10:55 pm

      Thanks, Chelsea!

      Reply
  2. Robyn says

    January 28, 2018 at 12:24 pm

    I just made these and the flavor is great. My waffle iron is quite old and they don’t turn out crispy at all. They’re pretty floppy. I’d love to have them turn out crispy. Might have to get a new waffle iron. Or maybe use less ghee….

    ★★★★

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    • Katja Heino says

      January 29, 2018 at 11:56 am

      Hi, Robyn! The waffle maker that I use makes these pretty crispy on the outside. Liberally oiling the waffle grill beforehand helps with this.

      Reply
      • Ruth says

        March 27, 2018 at 11:58 am

        I was really looking forward to these since I‘ve been on a gluten free diet and was running out of meal options. But mine didn’t crisp up either and I used a good brand new waffle maker. Maybe I overlooked them in the pan?? I did see a lot of liquid in bowl once sweet potatoes cooled and I added the beated eggs and mixed. So maybe too much moisture? I liberally buttered the waffle iron so I don’t think it was a lack of greasing. Please help me!

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        • Katja Heino says

          April 2, 2018 at 12:05 pm

          Hi, Ruth! If your sweet potatoes are really “wet” after cooking, you could strain them in a sieve for a minute. That would probably help. And maybe cook them just a bit less. Hope that is helpful. 🙂

          Reply
  3. Cindy Elliott says

    April 7, 2020 at 12:27 am

    Mine were delicious but just fell to pieces. I only used 1 egg as I didnt make as much mix, so maybe proportions were wrong?

    Reply
    • Katja Heino says

      April 21, 2020 at 12:20 pm

      Hard to say what happened since you adjusted the recipe. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Rossi says

    November 25, 2020 at 7:47 pm

    Hello there, is it possible to substitute the shredded potatoes for potato flour or potato starch?

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    • Katja Heino says

      November 30, 2020 at 11:32 am

      I’m not sure what you are asking. These waffles are made of shredded sweet potato so you couldn’t really leave it out. 🙂

      Reply

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