Ube Purple Yam Pancakes with Coconut Syrup
Ube Purple Yam Pancakes with Coconut Syrup are a stunning and delicious twist on breakfast classics. These fluffy pancakes, infused with the unique earthy sweetness of ube, create a tropical experience that delights both the eyes and the palate. Topped with rich coconut syrup, they are perfect for brunch or as a delightful morning treat that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk (or coconut milk)
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup ube purple yam (mashed)
- Coconut syrup (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ube: Boil ube until tender, then mash into a smooth puree.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix ube puree, milk, and egg until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Cook Pancakes: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/2 cup batter onto the skillet and cook until bubbles form (about 2 minutes). Flip and cook for another minute until golden brown.
- Serve: Transfer pancakes to plates and drizzle with coconut syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pancakes (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg