Sweet Potato Pecan Waffles

01Method

1. 1

   Combine the cake flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and the larger portion of pecans in a bowl and whisk together.

2. 2

   In a separate large bowl, blend the sweet potato puree, egg yolks, and milk until smooth. Stir in the dry flour mixture until fully incorporated.

3. 3

   Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks. Gently fold a quarter of the beaten whites into the batter to lighten it, then carefully fold in the remaining whites along with the melted butter until just combined.

4. 4

   Pour the batter into a preheated waffle iron and cook until golden. Top the finished waffles with the remaining chopped pecans before serving.