Sweet Potato Waffles with Orange Butter are a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite, combining the earthy sweetness of sweet potatoes with the tangy brightness of orange butter. These waffles are perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special breakfast treat any day of the week. 🍠🍊
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Flour |
| 1 tbsp | Baking powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Cream of tartar |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 1 1/2 cups | Mashed sweet potatoes |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 1/4 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 2 tbsp | Margarine |
| 1/2 cup | Orange Butter (see recipe) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Waffle Iron: Start by preheating your waffle iron and lightly oiling it to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cream of tartar. Set aside this dry mixture.
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Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, mashed sweet potatoes, milk, brown sugar, butter, and margarine until well combined.
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Fold in Egg Whites: In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the sweet potato mixture. The batter will be thick but fluffy.
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Cook Waffles: Spoon the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and spread it evenly. Cook until the waffles are golden brown and cooked through, following the manufacturer’s instructions for your waffle iron.
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Make Orange Butter: While the waffles are cooking, prepare the Orange Butter by combining the ingredients (listed below) in a bowl and mixing at medium speed until blended.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once the waffles are ready, serve them warm with a generous dollop of Orange Butter and a drizzle of honey if desired. Garnish with orange slices for an extra pop of color and flavor.
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Yield: This recipe yields approximately 8 (8-inch) waffles, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Orange Butter Recipe:
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Butter, softened
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp Orange juice
- 1 tbsp Honey
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Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, orange zest, orange juice, and honey.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the Orange Butter to a serving dish or container and refrigerate until ready to use.
With its warm, comforting flavors and fluffy texture, Sweet Potato Waffles with Orange Butter are sure to become a new breakfast favorite in your household. Whether you’re serving them for a leisurely weekend brunch or a special occasion breakfast, these waffles are guaranteed to impress. Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet potatoes and citrusy orange butter in every bite! 🧇🍊
