Pancakes (With Sweet Potato)

Created by Jessica Seinfeld From the book "Deceptively Delicious" Sweet potato puree both sweetens and boosts the nutrition of this simple, quick breakfast.

• Ready In: 9 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  cup water
• 1⁄2 cup sweet potato puree
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon, spice (optional) or 1⁄4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (optional)
• 1  cup  pancake mix
•  nonstick cooking spray
• 1  tablespoon canola oil, for skillet
•  pure maple syrup, for serving

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix the water, sweet potato puree, and cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, if using.
2. Add the pancake mix and stir just to combine—the batter should be lumpy.
3. Coat a griddle or large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and set it over medium-high heat.
4. When the pan is hot, add the oil, and spoon the batter onto the griddle or pan, using 1/4 cup batter for each pancake.
5. Cook until bubbles form on top of the pancakes and the batter is set (2-3 minutes).
6. Then use a spatula to flip the pancakes and cook them until golden brown on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes.