Sweet Potato Pancakes for Baby
Mashed sweet potato, egg and oat flour cooked into soft, golden pancakes. No added sugar and easy for little hands to hold.
Ingredients
Makes about 6 small pancakes
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Method
- 1
Whisk the mashed sweet potato, egg, oat flour and cinnamon into a thick batter. Rest 2 minutes.
- 2
Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over low-medium heat. Add 2 tbsp of batter per pancake and spread it slightly.
- 3
Cook 2–3 minutes, until the base is set and golden, then flip.
- 4
Cook 2–3 minutes more, until the center springs back and no wet batter or liquid egg remains. Cut one open to check.
- 5
Cool to lukewarm and check the temperature before serving.
Serve it by age
7–8 months
Cut soft strips about the length and width of an adult finger to hold in a fist.
9–12 months
Cut into small, soft pieces for pincer-grasp practice.
12 months+
Serve whole mini pancakes with plain yogurt and soft fruit.
health_and_safetyAllergens
Contains egg (top 9 allergen). Oats may contain wheat. The butter swap adds milk. Offer this after egg has been introduced on its own. For a first exposure, offer a small amount early in the day and watch for 2 hours. If your baby has severe eczema or a known food allergy, talk to your pediatrician before the first taste.
sync_altSwaps
- swap_horizUse canned pumpkin or butternut squash purée instead of sweet potato.
- swap_horizNo egg? Use 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water, rested 5 minutes. The pancakes will be softer.
- swap_horizOnce milk has been introduced on its own, you can use unsalted butter instead of oil for the pan (contains milk).
kitchenStorage
Fridge 3 days. Freeze in a single layer, then bag, up to 2 months. Reheat until hot through, then cool before serving.
Safety reminders
- No added salt, sugar or honey before 12 months.
- Always check texture: food should squash between your thumb and finger.
- Stay with your baby and keep them seated upright while eating.
- This recipe is general guidance for healthy, full-term babies and children. Ask your pediatrician first if your child was born early, has a medical condition, allergies or feeding difficulties (medical disclaimer).
